Name of code
Ethical Guidelines
Originator of code
Finnish News Agency (STT)
Country
Finland
Original language
Finnish
Year of creation
N/A
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 Ethical Guidelines are produced by the Finnish News Agency (STT) for journalists to use, particularly in contentious or exceptional situations. The STT is a service that sells news and images, and in addition to its core operations, it also offers moderation services for purchase by European media companies. The Guidelines emphasize the independence of journalistic work, which should be maintained by refusing to seek personal gain, avoiding coverage of close acquaintances, and not accepting business gifts or trips.
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