The organizations Article 19 and the Polish Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights have published a report on the independence of public service media in Poland. In December 2016 and again in June 2016, a provisional law on broadcasting gave the Ministry of State Treasury, and later the National Media Council, the power to appoint and dismiss senior management and boards of directors of public service media outlets in Poland. These solutions resulted in politically motivated mass redundancies in public service media. The changes led to strong criticism from international organizations.
Tech & Rights
New Report Slams Independence of Public Media in Poland
The organizations Article 19 and the Polish Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights have published a report on the independence of public service media in Poland. In December 2016 and again in June 2016, a provisional...
by Polish Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights
Donate to liberties
Your contribution matters
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.
We’re grateful to all our supporters
Your contributions help us in the following ways
► Liberties remains independent
► It provides a stable income, enabling us to plan long-term
► We decide our mission, so we can focus on the causes that matter
► It makes us stronger and more impactful
Your contribution matters
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.
Subscribe to stay in
the loop
Why should I?
You will get the latest reports before everyone else!
You can follow what we are doing for your right!
You will know about our achivements!