Name of code
Philosophy and Editorial Statute [Blattlinie und Verhaltensregeln der Redaktion]
Originator of code
Die Presse
Country
Austria
Original language
German
Year of creation
2016
Type of code
Journalism
Main frame of accountability
Market
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Non-mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Voluntary
Diversity
No
AI/automation
No
The Editorial Statutes of die Presse should ensure the freedom and independence of the editorial staff while adhering to the overall stance and professional obligations of the daily newspaper. Die Presse represents bourgeois-liberal views independently of political parties, supports parliamentary democracy and the rule of law, and is committed to social justice. Furthermore, employees are expected to adhere to the Code of Honor of the Austrian Press Council to ensure editorial independence and maintain a clear distinction between editorial content and advertising.
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