ZDF’s “The Swarm” demonstrates innovation and value

ZDF’s The Swarm has amassed more than 18 million views online to become ZDFmediathek’s best streaming start.

Kyiv tower

1 Year On: Public Broadcasting and Ukraine

Public service broadcasters continue to play a crucial role in providing factual, trusted coverage of the Ukraine war.

Live broadcast of the Norwegian talkshow

NRK: Budget cuts see downsizing, “tough priorities”

NRK has adopted its budget for 2023 but, with a goal of saving NOK 300 million, the broadcaster faces tough priorities for the year ahead.

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European public media organisations prepare for energy shortages

Some public media organisations are scaling up their energy-saving measures and sustainability policies in light of potential energy shortages.

European Commission

Joint statement on the European Media Freedom Act

The Public Media Alliance signs statement on the European Media Freedom Act alongside 17 other media freedom and journalists organisations. 

Czech Television

Focus On: The future of the Czech Republic’s public media

Big changes are coming to public media in the Czech Republic, from significant budget cuts to planned amendments of the public media act.

Cameras at a news conference

Best of PSM: Public media step up collaboration

Through various methods, public media organisations are demonstrating the value that comes from collaboration with a range of partners.

European Commission

Insight: Promising steps to strengthen media freedom in Europe

The European Commission has presented a recommendation to member states on strengthening the safety of journalists, both online and in everyday life. This is a step in the right direction, writes Cilla Benkö, Director-General and CEO of Swedish Radio.

Press Freedom

Attacks on journalists by members of the public grow

As the pandemic continues, there have been a growing number of attacks on journalists by members of the public — even in their own offices.

Press Freedom

Threats to journalists growing across Europe

The brazen attack on a renowned Dutch journalist took place amid rising threats towards journalists across Europe. But while there has been an increase in physical violence, journalists also face legislative challenges to their work.