Erla Björg Gunnarsdóttir

Erla Björg Gunnarsdóttir

journalist Iceland

Erla Björg Gunnarsdóttir is the editor of Sýn's news desk, who has recently spoken out about the difficult operational environment for media in Iceland. With a career spanning over 40 years in journalism, she is now facing challenges as Sýn plans to discontinue weekend news broadcasts and has initiated layoffs within the news department. Erla emphasizes the critical need for government support to ensure the survival of independent media, warning that without intervention, the democratic role of journalism may be jeopardized. She has been vocal about the long-standing struggles faced by private media outlets and advocates for a review of policies that affect their sustainability.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
501
Power
35$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Iceland 1 7.00 0.15% +0% 341,243 501 $24,000 35$
Totals 1 341,243 501 $24,000 35$
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Iceland Iceland: Erla Björg Gunnarsdóttir, the editor of Sýn's news department, calls on the government to respond to the difficult operating environment of the media. 7

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