Media Studies A-Level
Impartiality and diversity
What Impartiality and diversity means in Media Studies A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Impartiality and diversity
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PSB is expected to provide impartial news, cater for minority as well as majority tastes, and maintain quality and diversity that market-driven broadcasting might neglect.
Topics that use Impartiality and diversity
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- Free market
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