Subterfuge, Clandestine devices and misrepresentation Flashcards
What is Subterfuge? and why may journalists have to use it?
Achieving an objective by using a method that seems, or is, dishonest.
Journalists may use the method to achieve an objective as long as the reason is appropriate.
What are covert methods of obtaining information?
Covert methods are hidden methods that are hidden or unknown to other parties.
journalists may use these when trying to obtain information that we could not otherwise get, and which would reveal or prove the truth of a claim we are reporting in a story.
What is deception in journalism?
Deception is getting someone to accept something or to admit something as the truth that may not be.
Journalists may have to use deception in order to gain information to prove the truth of something we are claiming to be fact.
What are clandestine devices?
Clandestine devices are recording devices that are secret or hidden. This is not something journalists would do, however, there are times it can be justified.
What Is misrepresentation?
Misrepresentation is telling a story as true when it is not. We may claim we are someone that we are not, we may have to use misrepresentation to force/get disclosure of information that will prove the truth of a story we are intending to publish.
Clause 10 of IPSO (independent press standards organization), what does it state?
Clause 10 IPSO regulation states that the press must not seek to obtain information or publish material acquired by using hidden cameras or clandestine listening devices, this includes intercepting private or mobile telephone calls, messages, or emails. Engaging in these activities can generally be justified only in the public interest, and then only when the material cannot be obtained by any other means.
What is the public interest defence?
The public interest defence, in this case, is using clandestine or subterfuge devices to find out the truth in a matter, for example, a boss treating workers unfairly, would need an insider to find out if the rumors were true. This does mean, however, that the journalist can go on ‘fishing expeditions’ they must have prima facie evidence.
