The Law in Media Regulation

In the Philippines, the 1987 Constitution holding the Philippine Bill of Rights has set apart sections concerning the freedom of media for every Filipino in the country. In Article 3, Section 4, it is said that “no law shall be passed abridging the freedom of speech, of expression, or of the press, or the right of people the peaceably to assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances.” This means that the means of communication of the people cannot be tampered with or obstructed. The words that we say are free from any restraint and obstacle. This section does not exactly say that we can say whatever we want, but we can express our opinions without the government interfering our statements. 

In Section 7 of the same article, it states that “the right of the people to information on matters of public concerns shall be recognized. Access to official records, and to documents and papers pertaining to official acts, transactions, or decisions, as well as to government research data used as basis for policy development, shall be afforded the citizen, subject to such limitations as may be provided by law.” Normal citizens are given access to public and official documents, as well as new and current affairs happening in the country. Information concerning the country must be accessible and given attention.