Commission enforces Regulation on Accreditation of journalists

April 15, 2013

Regulation on Accreditation of journalists in accordance with the Freedom of Peaceful Assembly Act has been published on the gazette effective on 14 April 2013.

“Regulation on Accreditation of journalists” is a regulation to accredit journalists covering peaceful protests in order to establish procedures on how journalists will be accredited and to provide support for media personnel in ensuring the freedom of media guaranteed by the Article 28 of the Constitution.

This regulation formulated by Maldives Broadcasting Commission contains 9 clauses. Commission has consulted all stakeholders in drafting this regulation.