But News24 may feel aggrieved that the Deputy Press Ombud did not call a hearing where Independent could have had the opportunity to prove the existence of one of its commentators. But News24 may feel aggrieved that the Deputy Press Ombud did not call a hearing where Independent could have had the opportunity to prove the existence of one of its commentators. In his ruling, the Deputy Press Ombud paid some attention to the context within which the impugned comment had been made. In dealing with clause 7.2, the Deputy Press Ombud purported to address all four of the listed requirements. This column aims to bring Press Ombud rulings to a wider audience and to give more public scrutiny to the rulings.

Source: News 24 June 18, 2024 18:37 UTC