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STV decision to cut jobs and programming ‘an act of cultural vandalism’
The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) has described the proposed axing of STV North’s News at 6 programme and up to 30 job cuts in the newsroom as “...
PA chapel statement on 2025 pay deal
NUJ members at PA Media have secured an above-inflation pay deal, demonstrating "the power of union activism and collective bargaining."
World Mental Health Day spotlights support for those covering crises
It’s World Mental Health Day today (Friday 10 October), and this year’s theme is “Access to services - mental health in catastrophes and emergencies.”
Guest speaker announced for 2025 Claudia Jones Memorial Lecture
The NUJ Black Members’ Council has announced that Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP will give this year’s Claudia Jones Memorial Lecture.
Reach news
NUJ issues formal ballot notices to Reach over mass redundancies
The NUJ has submitted formal notices to ballot members for industrial action at The Mirror and Reach plc’s Scottish titles in a dispute over job losse...
Birmingham & Coventry NUJ branch expresses solidarity with Reach journalists
The Birmingham & Coventry NUJ Branch has passed a motion expressing support and solidarity with journalists at Reach amid plans by the publisher to ma...
NUJ PR & Communications branch stands in solidarity with Reach journalists
The branch has condemned cuts and urged full support for the Reach group chapel's call for full disclosure on the use of artificial intelligence at th...
Irish Future of Media Commission news
DM2023: News Recovery Plan
Initiatives promoting public interest journalism and broadcasting were discussed and Siobhan Holliman moved a motion on the Future of Media Commission...
Focus on future at Irish seminar
A major seminar on the future of journalism in Ireland, hosted by the Irish Executive Council has been rescheduled and will take place on on Saturday ...
NUJ slams government decision to reject broadcasting reforms
Séamus Dooley, NUJ Irish Secretary, issues a statement on the publication of the report of the Future of Media Commission and the Irish government's r...
Iran
Security report recognises Iran's targeting of UK-based journalists
The UK’s Intelligence and Security Commitment has published its report on Iran, recognising it poses ‘a significant threat to the UK.’
Iran: four journalists killed by Israeli air strikes
NUJ joins the International Federation of Journalists in calling for an end to the targeting of journalists and media facilities.
Iran: NUJ condemns Israeli attack on state broadcaster
The union has joined the International Federation of Journalists in condemning targeted Israeli strikes against the headquarters of the Islamic Republ...
Local News Matters
Oxford council signs motion opposing cut to local BBC TV bulletin
The city councillors say the BBC's plan to end TV bulletins from the city will undermine local democracy and older viewers’ ability to receive news on...
DM2021: Future of the Media
Campaigns to support local journalism, a review of newspaper business models, Local Democracy Reporters and support for academic publishers
NUJ joins calls to protect planning notices in local newspapers
Loss of the notices would cost the industry £10m. Proposals to scrap them are contained in the government's Planning for the Future White Paper.
DM2021 news
DM2021: Tributes paid to Members of Honour
The union’s latest Members of Honour – Gary Younge, Aidan White and Mary Curtin – were announced to Delegate Meeting on video.
DM 2021: Late notice motions (international)
DM agreed motions on media freeedom, Palestine and Black Lives Matter
DM2021: Covid-19
Conference heard and discussed a range of motions relating to the effect of Covid-19 on members, the way they work and how the NUJ should respond.
Industrial news
PA chapel statement on 2025 pay deal
NUJ members at PA Media have secured an above-inflation pay deal, demonstrating "the power of union activism and collective bargaining."
NUJ issues formal ballot notices to Reach over mass redundancies
The NUJ has submitted formal notices to ballot members for industrial action at The Mirror and Reach plc’s Scottish titles in a dispute over job losse...
Vote of no confidence in PA Media editor-in-chief Jack Lefley over restructuring plans
NUJ chapel also reveals indicative vote in favour of strike action.
Journalists' safety news
NUJ welcomes introduction of journalist safety officers in every police force
Journalists now have a dedicated safety officer in every UK police force, providing direct access to support when faced with abuse and threats of viol...
Ukraine: Three newspaper buildings hit by Russian drones
Journalists resolve to continue working despite damage.
Palestine: hospital killings by Israeli forces show need for global action
The airstrikes on Nasser hospital in Khan Yunis in which at least 20 people were killed, including five journalists and media workers, underlines the ...
Union news
Guest speaker announced for 2025 Claudia Jones Memorial Lecture
The NUJ Black Members’ Council has announced that Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP will give this year’s Claudia Jones Memorial Lecture.
Black History Month – October 2025
The theme for this year’s Black History Month is “Standing Firm in Power and Pride”.
Killers of Martin O’Hagan must be brought to justice
Ahead of the 24th anniversary of the murder of Martin O’Hagan, the NUJ has repeated its call for an independent investigation to ensure the perpetrato...
Obituaries
Tribute to Brian Harris
Brian Harris is remembered as a revered photographer and NUJ loyalist.
Tribute to Jilly Cooper
Tributes have been paid to author and longstanding NUJ member Jilly Cooper following her death at the age of 88.
Death of leading legal journalist Aodhan O'Faolain
Tributes are paid to the respected, compassionate journalist who lived the NUJ code of conduct through his reporting.