RNZ review calls for shake-up of editorial after 'rogue' edits

RNZ review calls for shake-up of editorial after 'rogue' edits
An online editor at RNZ was accused of inserting pro-Kremlin views into agency stories.
Daniel Dunkley
Radio New Zealand’s news division is set for a major shake-up following a damning review of the broadcaster’s editorial processes.An external report into editorial standards at Radio NZ has called for an overhaul of the state media group’s news teams following the discovery of inappropriately-edited online stories in June.A three-person panel appointed by the state broadcaster has recommended 22 changes to RNZ’s editorial policies, including a merged radio and digital news operation, additional training for reporters, an...

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