33. What criteria determine allocation for free or subsidized access to media for political parties?
Kosovo
Answer
Equal
Source
Law on General Elections, Article 48, paragraph 1; and Article 49, paragraph 2.
48.1. All media shall ensure that all certified political entities receive fair and equitable coverage during the electoral campaign, and all broadcast media shall ensure fair and equitable access to political discussion shows and debates for all certified political entities.
49.2. Broadcasters which choose to air paid political advertising are required to offer a minimum number of minutes of free airtime to each certified political entity during the campaign period.
Comment
Free advertising media space is provided to every certified political entity without any conditions or exceptions.
