EBU Warns Lithuania’s LRT Reforms Threaten Broadcaster Independence

EBU warns Lithuania’s LRT reforms threaten broadcaster independence

The European Broadcasting Union and almost 30 international media organisations have warned that proposed changes to Lithuania’s public service media law could undermine the independence and long-term sustainability of national broadcaster LRT. In a joint letter to the Lithuanian authorities, the groups said amendments now being considered by the Seimas risk exposing LRT to greater political pressure through changes to funding, governance and ov…

Lithuania: EFJ, IFJ and media organisations raise concerns over proposed changes to public service media framework

Almost 30 international organisations, including the European and International Federations of Journalists (EFJ-IFJ), raise serious concerns about proposed amendments to Lithuania’s public service media law, warning that the current draft risks undermining the independence and sustainability of the national broadcaster, LRT. The legislative process has lacked transparency and inclusiveness, and key proposals – such as funding freezes and restric…

International media groups warn Lithuania over proposed changes to LRT law

International media organisations have warned that proposed amendments to Lithuania’s LRT law could undermine the broadcaster’s independence, editorial autonomy and sustainable funding. The post International media organisations express concern over proposed changes to Lithuania’s public service media framework appeared first on European Centre for Press and Media Freedom.