Media Freedom

Unionisation, cooperation among independent media, and the push for full independence is strengthening journalism in Europe.

The proposed EU Media Freedom Act represents a positive change of course, but it fails to provide badly needed subsidies to quality news outlets.

The invasion of Ukraine has been accompanied by a sharp crackdown on dissent among Russian civil society, which was already under intense pressure.

As Vladimir Putin’s regime descends into dictatorship, Russia’s beleaguered independent media are fighting for survival.

Despite the shrinking space and pressure from governments, some outlets in these countries have proved resilient.

Orbán and the Hungarian elite are quietly stripping smallholders of their lands to strengthen their grip on power.

With accessible, quality information ever harder to come by, we look at the trends transforming the European media landscape today and the implications for democracy.

Despite the attention on fake news, independent media are being left to survive on their own in the face of hostility and a struggle for revenues.

A panel of journalists from alternative left-wing media outlets across Europe discuss trails and successes in today’s challenging media landscape.

In Central and Eastern Europe, vested interests are increasingly monopolising media and information to cement control and influence over opinions.