ABSTRACT

This book takes a multidisciplinary approach to the issues surrounding freedom of expression, looking at the current legal position in a number of European countries as well as engaging with the wider debates on the topic amongst sociologists, political scientists and economists.

In the book Vincenzo Zeno-Zencovich addresses recent developments which have had a bearing on the debate including the changes in communication brought about by the internet, and the growing role of the European Union and the Council of Europe.

chapter |5 pages

Introduction

chapter 1|17 pages

Freedom to Print or Freedom of the Press?

chapter 2|19 pages

Broadcasting

chapter 3|9 pages

Journalistic Activity

chapter 5|7 pages

Advertising

chapter 8|10 pages

Towards a European Framework?

chapter 9|14 pages

Freedom of Expression in the Internet Age

chapter 11|7 pages

Conclusive Remarks