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NUJ: ‘Fake news’ ordinance prone to abuse
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The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) has joined the chorus in expressing concern over the latest ordinance that criminalises what the government deems to be “fake news” about Covid-19 and the emergency proclamation.
In a statement today, its Peninsular Malaysia chapter general-secretary Chin Sung Chew said the union disagreed with the move as there was room for abuse.
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Search By Live95 News Team via Getty Images Limerick councillors have unanimously backed a motion, calling on the owners of the Limerick Leader to properly address the concerns of the paper s employees.
Iconic Newspapers is being urged to engage with the National Union of Journalists, as a special council meeting also heard calls for staff cuts at the paper to be reversed and for working hours to be fully restored.
Live 95 News has sought a statement from Iconic Newspapers, which owns more than 20 titles around the country.
Labour Councillor Joe Leddin says he understands that all businesses have been impacted by the Covid crisis, but that the paper s owners are not doing enough.
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