VOICED: News agencies snub Cannes conference over TV dispute

International news agencies are in conflict with event organizers over exclusive television distribution rights, which limit agencies to two minutes of footage per day. This restriction has led to threats of a boycott, as agencies argue for the right to report on events of public interest. The situation highlights the tension between lucrative television deals and the accessibility of event coverage, particularly affecting smaller countries unable to afford their own coverage.

What is the main issue between international news agencies and event organizers?

• The agencies want more advertising revenue.

• The agencies are restricted to two minutes of footage per day.

• The organizers are not allowing any footage.

• The organizers want to charge more for footage.

How are the news agencies planning to respond to the restrictions?

• By signing a new deal with the organizers.

• By boycotting and initiating a news blackout.

• By reducing their staff.

• By increasing their coverage.

What principle are the news agencies emphasizing in their response?

• The right to limit footage.

• The right to increase advertising revenue.

• The right to report on events of public interest.

• The right to exclusive deals.

What is a consequence of exclusive television deals mentioned in the transcript?

• Limited access to events for those unable to pay.

• Decreased advertising revenue.

• Increased access for smaller countries.

• More events being covered by all networks.

How do exclusive deals affect smaller countries according to the transcript?

• They benefit from increased coverage.

• They are penalized due to lack of resources.

• They receive more advertising revenue.

• They can negotiate better deals.