News channels gain viewers in France

According to figures published by Médiamétrie, most news channels in France saw an increase in audience share in October. BFMTV and CNews are tied at 3.6% audience share, up from 3% in September.

Franceinfo also sees a rise

Franceinfo experienced a slight increase (+0.1 point) to reach 1.2%. LCI remained stable with 2.8% PDA.

News coverage of student protests

News channels were heavily involved in covering the social movement initiated by high school students this school year. The movement intensified on Saturday, October 17.

Regulatory concerns raised

In a letter sent to editors on October 22, the Arcom requested "the greatest vigilance in the handling of demonstrations and public order disturbances." The Authority had indicated it had been approached on this subject numerous times.

Criticism of media coverage

An opinion piece signed by 780 journalism students and by CFDT-Journalistes, titled We do not want this journalism, also criticized the media coverage of the social movement by the press and especially television channels.

Leading TV channels maintain dominance

The audience ratings ranking remains dominated by TF1 (18.7% PDA), France 2 (13.6% PDA), France 3 (8.7% PDA), and M6 (8.4% PDA).