34. Are there provisions for free or subsidized access to media for candidates?

According to the Law on Radio and Television, all licensed broadcasters should ensure equal and objective treatment of all candidates during the electoral period. The coverage of parties must be based on the percentage of votes the party received during the previous parliamentary elections. The law stipulates that smaller and new parties should not be neglected in the coverage. Based on the established practice, the broadcasters discuss with political parties a schedule of planned coverage of candidates during the campaign. The print media is self-regulated and is not subject to any legal restrictions during the campaign period.

Source: REPUBLIC OF CYPRUS PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS 22 May 2016,OSCE/ODIHR NEEDS ASSESSMENT MISSION REPORT 8-11 March 2016

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