| Author (Corporate) | Council of the European Union: General Secretariat |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | PRES/14/282 (12.05.14) |
| Publication Date | 12/05/2014 |
| Content Type | Legislation, News |
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On 12 May 2014, the Council of the European Union adopted the EU Guidelines on Freedom of Expression online and offline, thus bringing a new addition to the family of EU Human Rights Guidelines. With these guidelines, the EU reaffirmed the pivotal role that freedom of opinion and expression play in a democratic society. These freedoms are essential for the fulfilment and enjoyment of a wide range of other human rights, including freedom of association and assembly, freedom of thought, religion or belief, the right to education, the right to take part in cultural life, the right to vote and all other political rights related to participation in public affairs. |
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| Source Link | http://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/ |
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| Subject Categories | Business and Industry, Values and Beliefs |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
