The reform of public service broadcasting in Italy

Article Abstract:

The recent reform of public service broadcasting in Italy is discussed. Topics include public service broadcasting in post-war Italy; Radiotelevisione Italiana (RAI) in the age of competition, 1976-93; the reform of public service broadcasting in Italy; the internal restructuring of RAI; public service broadcasting and the regional question; the 'delottizzazione' of RAI (reform of appointment system); RAI and Fininvest-Mediaset duopoly; and the 1997 Broadcasting Act.

Management, Services, Public broadcasting, Radiotelevisione Italiana

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The local television broadcasting system in Italy: too few resources for too many companies?

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In 1976 the Italian government deregulated the television broadcasting industry, which resulted in a significant increase in the number of local broadcasting companies. By 1982 there were 1,594 stations operating. Since local broadcasting is not considered profitable, the reason for entering the field is usually to supplement the owner's other businesses, or to establish political power.

Broadcasting industry, Popular culture, Television stations

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From 'historic compromise' to 'telecratic compromise': notes for a history of political communication in Italy between the First and Second Republic

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Issues discussed concern the growth of mass communication systems in Italy throughout the 1990s, focusing on the influence of television on Italian politics. Topics addressed include the media's role in the loss of traditional political party structure, the marketing of politicians through the media, and the control of communication systems by government and private corporations.

Political aspects, Politics, Television and politics, Political ethics, Mass media, Politics and culture, Culture

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