Television Reporter: Balancing the Protection of Rights and Professional Practice Regulations in Algerian Law
Keywords:
television reporter, employment contract, media institution, journalist's rights, professional restrictionsAbstract
The profession of television reporting is one of the most sensitive in the media field, as it combines the transmission of news to serve the public interest with adherence to laws and professional values. This study aims to highlight the rights of the television reporter and the legal protections granted to them, in contrast to the legal, ethical, and regulatory restrictions that define the scope of their work. It has been found that the reporter enjoys considerable protection enabling them to perform their duties; however, this protection is not absolute, as it is met with legislative and professional constraints that ensure a balance between media freedom and the protection of public order and individual rights. This reflects the dual nature of the reporter’s position as both a conveyor of truth and a responsible party for the consequences of their professional practice.
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