Name of code
Newsroom Policy and Code of Ethics
Originator of code
Radio TAU [RADIJAS TAU]
Country
Lithuania
Original language
Lithuanian
Year of creation
N/A
Type of code
Journalism
Main frame of accountability
Market
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Voluntary
Diversity
No
AI/automation
No
Editorial Policy and Code of Ethics created by Radio TAU (local radio channel), which serves the Kaunas region of Lithuania, and a global audience with news, education, music, and entertainment. This policy shows respect for human rights, prioritizing societal interest and journalistic integrity. It mandates accurate, speedy news reporting from credible sources, prohibits external report edits, and rejects payments or gifts that could influence content. It requires transparency about potential conflicts of interest and Guidelines for using external visual materials, ensuring accountability to listeners, readers, and the community.
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