TV3 slams new code as ‘draconian’

TV3 has condemned a controversial new code for television and radio stations being introduced by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) as “a draconian extension of the State’s control over media”.

RTÉ’s main rival claims that the measure will affect the independent television and radio sector, which it claimed was already over-regulated and under-funded.

The new code governing coverage of news and current affairs introduces a ban on presenters from stating their personal view on air.