Safeguarding Independent Public Service Media in Europe
Across Europe, independent public service media are facing increasing political pressure, institutional weakening, and attempts at politicisation. These developments threaten not only media freedom, but also the broader foundations of democratic societies. Recent developments reveal a worrying and systemic trend. Public broadcasters, which are traditionally considered among the most trusted sources of information, are increasingly being targeted by political actors seeking to gain influence over governance structures and leadership.
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