The limits established in Articles 21 and 22 are in line with the principles stated in theCode of good practice in electoral matters. Paragraph 1.2.3 of the Code states that “equality of opportunities must be guaranteed for parties and candidates alike”. Paragraph 18 of the explanatory report of the Code of good practice in electoral matters also states that “the neutrality requirement applies to the electoral campaign and coverage by the media, especially the publicly owned media.”