Name of code
Journalistieke gedragscode
Originator of code
RTV Oost
Country
The Netherlands
Original language
Dutch
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
Yes
AI/automation
No
RTV Oost is the regional public broadcaster of the Dutch province of Overijssel. The “Journalistic Code of Conduct” consists of guidelines for all journalistic employees. The Code deals with principles such as independence and transparency and outlines the working methods of journalists employed by RTV Oost. They should interact respectfully with viewers/listeners and, if required, they should be able to protect the privacy of sources.
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