Editorial
Guidelines

V1.1 01.10.2026

Self-image

Choice of topics

Openness and dialogue with users

Enhanced due diligence: sensitive topics, deadlines and forms

Violence, war and disasters

Rights of persons depicted

Transparency and handling of sources

Dealing with artificial intelligence (AI)

Investigation and newsgathering

Principles of the craft of journalism

General rules of conduct

Approval, use of pieces, multiple use

Complaints, errors, legal action

Index