EPRA convenes in Dublin for its 64th meeting

Declining Trust in media and society and Protecting and empowering minors online are key themes on EPRA's agenda                                 

The 64th EPRA meeting is taking place on 14 - 16 October 2026 in Dublin. This closed event, hosted by the Coimisiún na Meán will gather about 150 delegates representing 52 member authorities, permanent observers and invited experts who will exchange on timely issues pertaining to media regulation in Europe. 

Agora session

• Under the guidance of EPRA Chair Stephanie Comey, the Agora session on the morning of 15 October will highlight key developments among EPRA members and permanent observer organisations.
• Introducing a new format: a Observers’ Panel will invite speakers to discuss the meeting’s key themes.  
• The session will also provide an opportunity to start discussions on EPRA's upcoming 2027-2029 Strategy.

Thematic session 1

“Declining trust in media & society: consequences for the information environment and how NRAs can respond". This session will explore declining trust in media and institutions, its impact on the information environment, and how regulators can respond through research, discussion and expert perspectives.

Thematic session 2 

“Protecting children and young people across digital media” This session will examine how regulators can protect children online while respecting their rights and access to meaningful content. Discussions will cover age restrictions, proposed social media bans, practical and legal challenges and provide opportunities to hear from young people and social media platforms.

You will find the meeting's resources attached: 

• Agenda of the meeting
• Introduction to the speakers