In this Index on Censorship magazine article from 1988, Duncan Campbell claimed that former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, who died this week, was “utterly disdainful of press freedom and open government”
Despite making two award-winning documentaries, Indian filmmaker Ashvin Kumar has faced difficulty having his films shown. Mahima Kaul reports on his battle with India’s Censor Board
The Royal Charter has raised grave concerns over damages and chilling effect on web users
Across the world, there are groups who struggle to gain access to freedom of expression.
Free speech is enshrined in the constitution. But in reality, those with power and influence can stifle critical debate and reporting. It’s time to overhaul the system, says Rafael Spuldar
Attempts to criminalise demonstrations in Spain could change the face of citizen protest, says Juan Luis Sánchez
Brazil’s indigenous peoples are increasingly using the internet to fight for their rights, says Rafael Spuldar
Lukashenko’s Belarus is a perfect example of the machismo and misogny at the heart of authoritarian regimes, says
Maryna Koktysh
In an authoritarian state, the regime uses loyal religious institutions to impose strict control over society and oppress freedom of conscience. Zmitser Yanenka reports from Belarus
Europe’s last dictatorship plans even tighter controls over citizens’ access to the digital world, Index shows in a new report
Read the report in full here
Press Release: Internet explosion backfires for Europe’s last dictator