Procedure for submitting media requests

Consideration of media requests and provision of comments to the media

The provision of official comments and/or information to media outlets on issues within the scope of the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee, structural divisions, as well as permission for media outlets to publish official interviews and articles, and to record TV and radio programs with the participation of officials of the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee, structural divisions, is carried out upon a written request (hereinafter referred to as the request), drawn up and containing:

• the main topic (subject of the request);
• a list of questions;
• the time, place, and context of the use of the provided information;
• a scenario plan, objects for filming, and the planned date and time of filming (when organizing photo and/or video filming);
• the planned date of publication or broadcast of the final materials;
• contact details of the media journalist;
• brief information about the media outlet (address, phone number, form
• and distribution territory, subject matter and/or specialization, frequency of issue).

Requests are considered within 5 working days, after which a decision is made to refuse or grant the request.

In case of granting the request, responses may be given orally or in writing.