Government response
UK statement in response to BBC suspension in Niger, 16 December
The UK has issued a statement in response to the suspension of the BBC in Niger
An FCDO spokesperson said:
We are deeply concerned about the temporary suspension of the BBC, and other media outlets, and restrictions placed on journalists in Niger.
Freedom of expression and the media are essential qualities of any society. Societies are strengthened by well-informed publics and expressions of opinion, informed by a free media.
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