Media Law 24: Press Complaints Commission Flashcards
1
Q
DEF: type of system that gave rise to PCC
[1]
A
- self-regulation
2
Q
what must complainants do?
[1]
A
- try to settle it with editor first
3
Q
how can PCC resolve dispute via mediation?
A
- printed apology / correction
- removal of material / assurances it won’t happen again
- publish complaint and steps taken on PCC website
4
Q
what is the PCC’s big sanction?
A
- making a publication print their ruling
- editors don’t have to, but if they didn’t the PCC would b pointless
5
Q
public interest exceptions in PCC code
A
- detecting / exposing crime or serious impropriety
- protecting public health and safety
- preventing public being misled by individual / organisation
6
Q
accuracy in PCC
A
- must take care not to publish inaccurate, misleading or distorted info
- must distinguish between comment, conjecture and fact
