NRC-Code

Name of code

NRC-Code

Originator of code

NRC

Country

The Netherlands

Original language

Dutch

Year of creation

2017

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

Abstract

The NRC Code was created by the Dutch national newspaper NRC and outlines the rules and responsibilities of all journalistic employees. The principles apply to all journalism published by NRC, both in print newspapers and on the website or in apps. The Code aims to capture the character and core values of the newspaper for editors, staff, subscribers and readers. The Code points out that NRC is dedicated to four core values: independence, integrity, transparency, and responsibility.

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