Caribbean Press Council (CPC)
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Founded
1976-11-20
History
20 Nov 1976, Port of Spain, by H-XD8768 - Caribbean Publishing and Broadcasting Association (CPBA). Constitution adopted 23 May 1980; amended: 9 Sep 1981; 11 Dec 1982. Ceased activity.
Aims
Maintain the characters and purpose of the media in the Caribbean in accordance with high professional standards; investigate and deal with complaints concerning the media or the conduct of others towards the media, and violations of freedom of the press; initiate steps to protect the role, character, freedom and conduct of the press; review developments likely to restrict the supply and flow of information of public interest and importance.
Structure
General Assembly (annual) elects Chairman, who is not otherwise connected with the media, for 5-year term, Vice-Chairman for 3-year term and appoints Executive Secretary. Chairman appoints 4 members employed in the media and 8 members not otherwise actively connected the media. CPBA appoints 4 representatives. National Committees.
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UIA Org ID
XD1752
Last News
1995
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