Media Freedom Act: criticism of legal fo • Table.Briefings

It was clear from the outset that it would be controversial: The European Media Freedom Act (MFA) aims to address grievances in Europe’s media landscape. There is criticism of many aspects – and from very different motives. The European Parliament’s rapporteur wants to split up the project – but there is no majority for this in the Council.

What is the best way to guarantee media freedom in Europe? In the past, different member states gave very different answers to this question. And some have explicitly little interest in freedom of the press. This is precisely what EU Vice President Věra Jourová wants to change, which is why she has launched a regulation with the Media Freedom Act (MFA). It was clear early on that its contents would be contentious. The parties involved are arguing not least about the legal basis chosen and the legal instrument.

Media Freedom Act: criticism of legal form

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