II. Comments on the text of the draft law

G. Media and Information Support of Elections

Broadcasters are prohibited from commenting on or assessing the content of election campaigning, the activities of the party or candidate in any form within 20 minutes before and after the broadcasting of a campaign spot under Article 71(4). This section impacts on the freedom of expression of the broadcasters and appears overly restrictive. OSCE/ODIHR and the Venice Commission recommend to carefully reconsider this provision.