ICI to livestream hearings on YouTube and Facebook for transparency

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will livestream all its hearings on YouTube and Facebook starting next week, aiming for maximum transparency.

Media outlets must apply for broadcast access and commit to covering the entirety of proceedings, as selective or partial coverage is prohibited.

Violators risk suspension or revocation of their broadcast applications and potential legal sanctions.

Livestreaming will be the default for all proceedings unless a closed-door session is requested and approved.

The ICI may grant closed sessions if investigating government agencies, or witnesses and resource persons, request them and provide sufficient factual and legal bases.