Qatargate at the European Parliament, continued deep corruption in Hungary, unprotected whistleblowers everywhere. Liberties’ annual EU-wide rule of law report found rules created by governments were too weak to stop or reduce corruption in 2022.
Liberties’ Rule Of law Report 2023 shows that civil society continues to be given the cold shoulder by EU governments in 2022. This hostility feeds negative public perceptions of activists and contributes to the increasing dangers they face.
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Liberties Rule of Law Report 2023
Liberties joins open letter by 40-plus journalist, media freedom groups asking Members of the European Parliament to support a strong Media Freedom Act.
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As a watchdog organisation, Liberties reminds politicians that respect for human rights is non-negotiable. We're determined to keep championing your civil liberties, will you stand with us? Every donation, big or small, counts.
The right to access information is a fundamental right, protected by most constitutions worldwide. When citizens can access information about how their government is performing, they can exercise their right to freedom of expression more meaningfully.
What does civil disobedience mean? What are the types of civil disobedience? Why do people do it? What are the effects? Illustration through 12 examples over two centuries and four continents.
Here is Liberties' initial reaction to the newly unveiled European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) proposal, released today by the European Commission.
Liberties signed a joint statement with journalists', media freedom, and human rights organisations bringing to the attention of the European Commission crucial policy elements overlooked by the European Media Freedom in its current draft.
What is the European Media Freedom Act? What is its purpose? When will it be launched? What new rules will it bring?
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