Media Outlet Latvijas Radio Date of first publication 16/09/2024 Date of Latest Change 01/11/2024
12. Responsibility for Sources
A Media Outlet shall ensure that the sources used for its journalism are dealt with responsibly and their anonymity protected when justified.
12.1. Anonymity
The procedures for granting anonymity to sources shall be covered by the Editorial Guidelines. The reason for anonymity should be clarified for the public.
Are there guidelines on the procedures to be followed for granting anonymity to sources?
YesAre the reasons for granting anonymity made clear to the public?
YesIf you want to publish additional information, please provide it here.
See Editorial Guidelines of Latvian PSM, Chapter 2, Section 2.2. "Handling Information Sources".
12.2. Privacy Rights
Editorial guidelines should protect the privacy rights of individuals and their safety.
Are there guidelines to ensure that the privacy rights and safety of individuals are protected in your journalistic activity?
YesIf you want to publish additional information, please provide it here.
See Editorial Guidelines of Latvian PSM, Chapter 2, Section 2.5. "Privacy Protection".
12.3. Independence and Sources
There should be guidelines on establishing relations with sources which protect the independence of the journalism.
Are there guidelines to ensure the independence of journalism relative to the sources for content?
YesIf you want to publish additional information, please provide it here.
See Editorial Guidelines of Latvian PSM, Chapter 2, Section 2.2. "Handling Information Sources".
Also see Law on Public Electronic Mass Media and Administration Thereof, Section 3, "Basic Principles for the Operation of Public Electronic Mass Media", Part 1 which states:
"Public electronic mass media are free from political and economic interference, interference of particular interest groups and any other interference with the operation thereof."
Also see Law on Public Electronic Mass Media and Administration Thereof, Section 3, "Basic Principles for the Operation of Public Electronic Mass Media", Part 1 which states:
"Public electronic mass media are free from political and economic interference, interference of particular interest groups and any other interference with the operation thereof."
12.4. Diversity of Sources
Editorial guidelines should ensure that a diversity of sources are consulted in producing journalistic content with adequate time for response.
Do the guidelines ensure that a diversity of sources is used in the production of your journalistic content?
YesIf you want to publish additional information, please provide it here.
See Editorial Guidelines of Latvian PSM, Chapter 1, Section 1.4., Part "Diversity of Opinions".