Kenyan National Assembly criminalises “defamation of Parliament” IPI urges Senate to ensure the bill does not become law
VIENNA, 19 Oct 2015 – The International Press Institute (IPI) today expressed alarm over a proposed law in Kenya that stipulates heavy fines or jail terms for journalists and others deemed to have defamed the country’s Parliament.
IPI launches new online media laws database Video e-learning series adds to resources for journalists and lawyers on defamation
VIENNA, Sept 17, 2015 – The International Press Institute (IPI) today launched a new online database aimed at cataloguing legal provisions affecting freedom of the press and expression on a country-by-country basis.
The initial roll-out of the database features detailed information on defamation laws, parsed into 12 searchable categories, for countries in the European Union and the Caribbean, building on IPI’s ongoing research, advocacy and training work on the topic in both regions.
IPI special investigation: The application of criminal defamation laws in Europe Germany revealed as leading user of criminal defamation laws among 18 countries surveyed
VIENNA, Sept 3, 2015 – Germany towers over its European Union neighbours when it comes to the number of instances in which criminal defamation laws are applied, the surprising results of an International Press Institute (IPI) special investigation released today show.
Slovenia overwhelmingly approves reforms to law on publication of classified information Vote followed internationally criticised criminal trial of investigative journalist
VIENNA, July 21, 2015 – The Slovenian Parliament earlier this month to introduce a public-interest defence for persons accused of publishing classified information.
Polish rights ombudsman criticises criminal defamation Despite campaign, notorious Art. 212 remains in force
VIENNA, July 16, 2015 – The Polish Ombudsman has criticised the possibility of imprisonment under Poland’s criminal defamation law, calling it a potential “constraint on public debate and the freedom of the press”.
Lithuania removes insult articles from Criminal Code Despite progress, need for stronger reform remains, IPI says
VIENNA, July 8, 2015 – The International Press Institute (IPI) today said that the Lithuanian Parliament’s recent decision to remove two insult articles from its Criminal Code is a positive step, but called on lawmakers to completely eliminate criminal defamation in the country.
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