Articles by Index on Censorship
An uncertain future faces free speech in Egypt
As Egypt closes 2012 with the approval of a new constitution, Index on Censorship reflects on a tumultuous year, and looks ahead to an uncertain future.
Belarus authorities to tighten control on digital access
A new report by Index on Censorship explores the main challenges to digital free speech in Belarus, concentrating in particular on the ways the state authorities restrict freedom of expression online.
Egyptian blogger convicted for blasphemy
Alber Saber ran an atheist group on Facebook and the prosecution is based on comparative religion material found on his bookshelf and statements critical of Islam found on his computer.
UK Communications Data Bill dealt serious blow
The UK government’s plans to store information on every citizen’s use of email, the web and phones have been dealt a serious blow by a parliamentary committee report.
Leveson report on UK media ethics draws mixed reactions
Diverging opinions have emerged both among British politicians and within the IFEX community following the release of Lord Justice Leveson’s report into media ethics in the UK.
New models of Internet governance being considered at UN conference
A number of proposals put forth at the World Conference on International Telecommunications could fundamentally change the way the Internet works, in particular by putting governments in control of Internet governance and moving away from a multi stakeholder model.
Fully guarantee media independence in new Tunisian Constitution, says IFEX-TMG
While welcoming moves to implement measures that guarantee media independence, IFEX-TMG calls on the Tunisian government to fully respect free expression in the new Constitution and put an end to attacks on journalists and artists.
Refusal to suspend play leads to charges in Uganda
David Cecil faces two years in jail on a charge of “disobeying lawful orders” after refusing to let the authorities suspend his play about a gay business man in Uganda.