Name of code
Editorial Guidelines [Redaktionsstatut]
Originator of code
derAchte
Country
Austria
Original language
German
Year of creation
N/A
Type of code
Small scale/individual media
Main frame of accountability
Market
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Non-mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Voluntary
Diversity
Yes
AI/automation
No
der Achte’ is an independent local newspaper in Vienna’s eighth district with a circulation of 25.000. The newspaper aims to provide local and easy-to-understand subjects connected to culture, lifestyle, social issues, and city life. The editorial statutes point out that the newspaper is committed to truthful reporting and opposes all forms of discrimination. Advertisements and ad-oriented supplements must be clearly identified and approved by the editorial team. “der Achte” is also committed to the “Code of Honor” of the Austrian Press Council.
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