The Charter of 20 Minutes [La Charte de 20 Minutes]

Name of code

The Charter of 20 Minutes [La Charte de 20 Minutes]

Originator of code

20 minutes (TX Group)

Country

Switzerland

Original language

French

Year of creation

2006

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 Deontological Charter (Charte déontologique) of 20 Minutes outlines the values and principles guiding the newspapers’ employees in their day-to-day activities and in their relations with third parties. The Charter states the role of 20 Minutes and its commitments, underscoring the importance of responsibility, credibility, integrity and respect for human dignity in news production. The Charter also presents Guidelines for journalistic conduct, for example, regarding issues such as the protection of sources, verification of information, accuracy, and editorial responsibility.

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