New Handbook on Protecting the right to freedom of expression under the European Convention on Human Rights

La liberté d’expression est l’un des fondements d’une société démocratique et pluraliste. Son corollaire est l’accès de tous à des informations exactes, fiables et opportunes, condition préalable essentielle à une participation éclairée du public. Le rôle des médias et des journalistes dans la recherche, la vérification et la diffusion de l’information est crucial.

Les États ont la responsabilité de fournir des garanties adéquates, tant par la loi que par la pratique, pour la jouissance et la protection effectives de la liberté d’expression, notamment en créant un environnement propice à l’épanouissement et à la responsabilité des médias libres et responsables et à leur rôle essentiel dans la démocratie.

Le Conseil de l’Europe est bien placé pour aider à prévenir et à faire face aux menaces qui pèsent sur l’exercice des droits et libertés garantis par l’article 10 de la Convention européenne des droits de l’homme, tant hors ligne qu’en ligne.

en savoir plus... >>

Dernières actualités

Retour New Handbook on Protecting the right to freedom of expression under the European Convention on Human Rights

This handbook, authored by Dominika Bychawska-Siniarska, a human rights lawyer specialising in freedom of expression in Poland and central and eastern Europe, is produced by the Human Rights National Implementation Division of the Directorate General of Human Rights and Rule of Law.

It examines the scope and content of freedom of expression as guaranteed in particular by Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights and as interpreted by the case law of the European Court of Human Rights.

The primary responsibility for applying Convention guarantees lies at the national level. The aim is thus to provide a practical tool for legal professionals from the Council of Europe member states who wish to strengthen their skills in applying the European Convention on Human Rights case law in domestic law and practice.

Protecting the right to freedom of expression under the European Convention on Human Rights

Strasbourg 21 July 2017

Diminuer la taille du texte
Augmenter la taille du texte
Imprimer la page

Toutes les news

en temps de conflit

The right to freedom of expression and information constitutes one of the essential foundations of democratic society. In conflict situations and wars, the role of the media is critical in providing the public with accurate and timely information. Trustworthy news and images can contribute to the protection of civilians and conflict prevention, bring to the attention of the international community the horrors and reality of conflict and expose violations of human rights and international humanitarian law.

Visit the "Freedom of expression in times of conflict" webpage

Campagne Journalists Matter

Journalists Matter, the Council of Europe Campaign for the Safety of Journalists is an initiative aiming to promote press freedom and protect journalists from violence, threats, and harassment while performing their duties. As part of this Campaign, the Council of Europe is inviting everyone to support their cause, take action for their enhanced protection, while raising awareness about the importance of safeguarding journalists and their right to report the news freely and without fear.

Visit the "Campaign for the Safety of Journalists" webpage