New information law in Spain restricts public access to information

 

NEW INFORMATION LAW IN SPAIN RESTRICTS PUBLIC ACCESS TO INFORMATION.

I express disappointment that an information law that Spanish parliament passed yesterday will in fact restrict the public’s access to information.

This law will unnecessarily obstruct journalists from carrying out their role as watchdogs in front of  the executive authorities and it does not meet international standards.

Denial of access to government information is one of the most common ways to stifle media freedom. If adopted, the proposed law will result in authorities’ tighter control of information.

I would like the members of the Senate to consider this when voting on the law.