NUJ concerned over reports of Comcast deal for ITV
The NUJ has reiterated concerns over Comcast’s takeover of ITV amid media reports of agreed terms and has called for greater transparency.
NUJ responds to first wave of BBC cuts
The NUJ has warned that further brutal BBC cuts will be “devastating” for workers and audiences, urging management and the government to prioritise investing in the broadcaster.
NUJ welcomes costs decision that safeguards media freedom
Costs will not be awarded against a Freedom of Information applicant, who was facing a bill of £14,000, a court has decided.
UK Journalist Safety Liaison Officers list
Members should only contact Journalist Safety Liaison Officers (JSLOs) for issues relating to their safety or to report crimes against them as journalists.
BBC Newshour/World Tonight chapel to call strike action
NUJ members at the BBC who produce programmes including The World Tonight and Newshour, have announced industrial action starting next week, in a dispute over working patterns.
NUJ joins anti-SLAPP day of action
The NUJ has joined its partners in the UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition in a day of action to spread awareness of abusive legal threats and lawsuits.
Crumbs of comfort from late-payment reforms
Tim Dawson, NUJ freelance organiser, assesses the UK government’s plans to address late and poor payment practices.
NUJ responds to government report on AI and copyright
The NUJ has welcomed news that the UK government no longer supports an opt-out exception to copyright for artificial intelligence training.
NUJ welcomes launch of Local Media Strategy
The NUJ has welcomed measures in the new strategy, including a new £12 million multi-year government fund, and called for further interventions to revitalise local journalism.
NUJ members at BBC call for worker representation and no political appointees to corporation’s board
The NUJ has called for worker representation on the BBC board and an end to political appointments - changes supported by almost all members working at the broadcaster.