Cabinet approval has been granted to appoint a committee for the amendment of existing laws applicable to journalists and media institutions and also for the preparation of policies and ethics on the subject.
The Government pointed out that at present attention has been drawn to preparing a Sri Lankan media policy paying special attention to the laws, international laws, operation of national and international media institutions, as well as social and cultural identities.
Attention has also been focused on the need to build necessary background to present media personalities with esteemed professional skills, education on the use and behaviour of media including the social media, socialization of knowledge, understanding and communication strategies, and supplying required facilities for digital technology considering the global trends and developments in the mass media and communication fields.
As a result, the requirement to amend existing laws, policies, and ethics in regard to media personnel and mass media institutions has been recognized, the Government said.
Accordingly, the Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal forwarded by the Minister of Mass Media to appoint a committee for this purpose.
The committee will consist of individuals having experience in the fields such as media, marketing, education, law, administration, and economy.
The members of the committee will be tasked with tabling recommendations to the Cabinet of Ministers on the necessary amendments. (NewsWire)