Instrument of self-regulation

Title:

Journalists’ Code of Conduct

Entry into force:

01.04.1997

Type of document:

Code of Conduct

Geographical scope:

Europe

Content-related scope:

all media

The Journalists' Code of Conduct was adopted in April 1997 by the Union of Cyprus Journalists, the Association of Publishers of Newspapers and Magazines, and the owners of the Electronic Media.

The code applies to all media (print and electronic, semi-state or private) and those working for them. Respect for the truth and the citizen's right to objective, complete and reliable information is an obligation of all the media and journalists. Respect for the journalist's right to unobstructed access to the sources of news and transparency and necessary prerequisites for proper information.

The conduct, dignity, honesty and professional work of journalists should be of the highest standard. Journalists have an obligation to defend their independence and not to allow interference with their work.

Journalists in carrying out their functions:

respect and promote democracy and the other universal values. They respect and promote the human rights and the fundamental freedoms of all.
show the indicated sensitivity in matters that concern national security and are particularly careful in presenting issues such as violence, crime, human grief and death and also of information or pictures that could cause panic or horror or revulsion.
act always in good faith and comply with the letter and spirit of the Code.

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