Featured Reports
30th June 2022
Statement: Reverse the decision to shut down Rappler
The independent outlet announced their certificate of incorporation had been revoked by the Philippines’ Securities and Exchange Commission.
29th June 2022
More details announced for New Zealand’s new public media entity
The new entity will be called ‘Aotearoa New Zealand Public Media’, and it could launch on 1 March 2023 according to draft legislation.
28th June 2022
PSM Weekly | 22 – 28 June 2022
Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.
Recent News
5th July 2016
Poland’s conservative government continues to interfere with public media
Poland’s government control of public state media hasn't faltered, with at least 163 journalists and media professionals being fired or leaving their positions.
5th July 2016
PSM research websites
Featured research websites Read through our list of useful websites and recommended organisations that specialise in PSM and other relevant media research.
5th July 2016
Media professionals answer back to SABC censorship
South African public service broadcasting is experiencing deep unrest following a series of measures which are limiting the production of and access to news in the country.
5th July 2016
Maldives government forces critical news website to close
The Public Media Alliance is deeply concerned about freedom of the press and media independence in the Maldives after a sustained period of government pressure upon critical news outlets.
4th July 2016
Future for Public Service Television [UK] report published
After an eight-month inquiry, the Future for Public Television report has been released. Its conclusions consist of suggestions for the future of public and free-to-air television in the UK.
4th July 2016
The week in public service media
Our weekly round-up of public service media news stories from around the world.
1st July 2016
Verification Handbook
Featured Publication A definitive guide to verifying digital content for emergency coverage
30th June 2016
UN experts express concern as Brazilian government interferes with public TV
Two UN experts on freedom of expression have commented on the recent Brazilian government agenda in regards to public media.
30th June 2016
Pakistan and China strike new broadcast deal
Pakistan has granted permission for China’s state broadcaster CCTV and documentary channel CCTV-9 to be transmitted in the country.
30th June 2016
Media Groups in the Philippines seek better relationship between media and the president
Media groups wrote an editorial commenting on the relationship between the Philippines’ president Rodrigo Duterte and the state media, calling for better reporting, pay and protection for…
30th June 2016
South African PSB won't show negative stories about its president
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) will now avoid covering negative news about its president on a plea for “respect”.