public access

American  

noun

1. the availability of noncommercial television and radio broadcasting facilities to community groups or members of the public for programs of general interest to the community, especially as a condition of cable television franchises.

2. a type of noncommercial programming of general interest to the community.

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Other Word Forms

• public-access adjective

Example Sentences

Wordsworth Trust director Michael McGregor said it was "delighted" there would to be continued public access to Rydal Mount.

From BBC

Klapper, who worked as an attorney and federal law clerk before starting Learned Hand in 2024, said it’s a necessary aid for a judiciary drowning in a “paper blizzard,” especially with public access to AI models such as ChatGPT leading to more self-represented litigants filing cases in civil court.

From Los Angeles Times

The planning application also includes public access along a circular walk, viewing areas, public toilets, spares to hire and restoration of the existing orchard.

From BBC

Under the plans, there will be a new lift and staircase in the conservatory to allow public access to raised balconies.

From BBC

Experts say OpenAI seems more likely to push boundaries with broad public access, while Anthropic initially prefers incremental steps through partnerships.

From Los Angeles Times