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BSA recognises contribution of departing Chief Executive Glen Scanlon

The Broadcasting Standards Authority has announced the resignation of Chief Executive Glen Scanlon.

Audiences less tolerant of racial or cultural slurs, more relaxed over F-word, BSA study finds

This release is also available in Māori, Mandarin, Hindi, Korean, Punjabi and Samoan. Warning: The research contains language some readers may find offensive.

Inaccurate and misleading COVID-19 TV discussion breached broadcasting standards

A programme broadcast by Mainland TV breached broadcasting standards with inaccurate and misleading information about COVID-19 vaccines and their safety, the Broadcasting Standards Authority has found.

Selective use of evidence risks fuelling COVID misinformation, BSA warns

The Broadcasting Standards Authority has warned of the dangers of fuelling COVID-19 misinformation by selectively quoting reports or data out of context.

Public views sought on revised Broadcasting Standards Codebook

Public views are being sought on proposed changes to standards for TV and radio programmes to ensure they remain fit for today’s media and regulatory environment.

Misleading TV panel comments on COVID-19 and abortion breached standards

A panel discussion on APNA Television breached broadcasting standards with misleading comments about COVID-19 and the application of new abortion laws, the Broadcasting Standards Authority has found.

Discrimination and denigration unlikely to apply to COVID-19 vaccination status, BSA finds

Comments about people based on their COVID-19 vaccination status are unlikely to be considered discrimination or denigration under broadcasting standards, the BSA has found.

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