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"Print media outlets owned by public authorities...If such media outlets accept paid advertising in their publications, the should ensure that all political contenders and parties that request the purchase of advertising space are treated in an equal and non-discriminatory manner."

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CoE (Committee of Ministers): Recommendation No. R 99(15) of the Committee of Ministers to Member States on Measures Concerning Media Coverage of Election Campaigns, para. I.2

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Recommendation No. R 99(15) of the Committee of Ministers to Member States on Measures Concerning Media Coverage of Election Campaigns

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Paid advertising in the public media should be identified as such, and the costs and conditions involved should be reasonable and equally applied to all candidates and parties.