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<p>Trusted news is vital to a strong and fully functioning democracy. It has an essential
role in holding power to account and keeping the public informed of local, national
and international issues. We expect news broadcasters and their journalists and commentators
to adhere to the highest standards of accuracy, whilst respecting their right to freedom
of expression.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Decisions on broadcasting regulation,
including impartiality in broadcast news, are a matter for Ofcom. Ofcom’s Broadcasting
Code contains rules to ensure that broadcast news is reported with due accuracy and
impartiality. The Broadcasting Code clarifies that any personal interest of a reporter
or presenter, which would call into question the due impartiality of the programme,
must be made clear to the audience.</p><p> </p>
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