freedom of speech

EC official suggests Poland limiting media freedom

"The media is not only a sector of the economy, but also an important pillar of democracy and the rule of law. Freedom of the press and media pluralism are of key importance to democracy," the EC vice-president said. Johanna Geron/PAP/EPA

Vice-President of the European Commission Vera Jourova has suggested that an effort is being made to limit freedom of the media in Poland.

Opposition moves to halt controversial ad tax

Polish opposition leaders have said they will hold joint consultations on how to stop a controversial tax on media advertising revenue that some have claimed threatens free speech.

Ad tax could limit freedom of speech says TV network

A leading independent television network in Poland has claimed a new advertising tax could limit freedom of speech.

Poland drafts internet freedom of speech bill

The Justice Ministry on Friday presented its draft law that aims to ensure that freedom of speech is not breached on social media.

Freedom of speech on social media is important for Polish PM - daily

Mateusz Morawiecki, the Polish prime minister, wants the European Union to focus on freedom of speech on social media platforms, a Polish daily wrote on Friday.

Poland will seek to curb social media's "censorship" practice - PM

The Polish government will do everything to map out the framework for operation of global social media, including on the EU forum, to stop them from undermining freedom of speech, Mateusz Morawiecki, the Polish prime minister, wrote on Facebook.

Justice minister announces online freedom of speech bill

Poland's justice minister announced a legal initiative on Thursday aimed at enabling internet users to file complaints against the removal of online posts as well as the creation of a special court for freedom of speech.

Copyright directive a threat to online freedom of speech

Poland has charged the EU's copyright directive to the EU Court of Justice (CJEU) on grounds of its threats to freedom of speech on the internet, Foreign Minister Jacek Czaputowicz informed on Friday.

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