In defence of the public editor

In the wake of ESPN and others dumping their internal ombudsmen, Chris Elliott argues that ombudsmen can play a vital role in building trust with audiences and therefore securing the future of journalism. Their existence is a sign of strength, not weakness.

TV cameras

PSM Weekly | 30 May – 5 June

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.

France

European PSBs make moves to compete with streaming services

New collaborations emerge as public broadcasters face up to challenge posed by online and OTT TV competitors.

ABC's Brisbane offices

Change ahead for PSBs in Australia and New Zealand

Budget announcements mark significant challenges for ABC while RNZ welcomes boost.

PSM Weekly | 23-29 May

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.

Press and media reporter in broadcasting event

PSM Weekly | 16-22 May

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.

Former PMA President denied opportunity to speak in India

India is a country where freedom of speech has long been valued. But support for media freedom has to be in our actions, not just our words. Sadly, it seems that media freedom in India is changing.

PSM Weekly | 9-15 May

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.

Another roadblock to RTVE’s independence

In March, political parties in Spain seemed closer than ever to an agreement over the PSB's reform toward greater transparency. Now, they are still in an impasse caused by one of the parties.

PSM Weekly | 2-8 May

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.