NUJ expresses concern over Ireland’s Defamation (Amendment) Bill
The union is among 29 organisations urging the Seanad to act over anti-SLAPP provisions.
Journalists’ Safety Tracker
Use the NUJ’s online tool to inform us of incidents including of abuse, harassment and legal proceedings made against you.
Future of News report
The House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee has published its report including recommendations on support for local media, action on AI and legislation to tackle SLAPPs.
NUJ launches Journalists' Safety Tracker
The union is encouraging journalists to use the online reporting tool capturing incidents of harassment, abuse and “lawfare” targeted at journalists across the UK and Ireland.
NUJ backs Council of Europe call for improved journalist safety protections in Ireland
Anti-SLAPP provisions, PSNI surveillance and investment in public service broadcasting were among topics discussed at the two day meeting.
NUJ supports Lords committee's improvements to SLAPPs Bill to ensure journalists are protected
Baroness Stowell warns Lord Chancellor of "significant risk"
Leading media figures warn the government that the anti-SLAPPs bill is flawed
More than 60 editors, lawyers, journalists, academics and experts call for the Anti-SLAPP Bill to be amended to ensure it can protect everyone speaking out in the public interest.
NUJ welcomes improved protections for journalists targeted with lawfare
The European Council has adopted the anti-SLAPP directive with safeguards to protect media freedom and journalists facing strategic lawsuits against public participation.
Philippines: journalists under attack despite government commitments
NUJ expresses solidarity with journalists in the Philippines facing threats to their safety in targeted attacks within cities and provinces.
NUJ hails significant SLAPPs ruling in Northern Ireland
The union has welcomed a judgment in favour of journalist Malachi O'Doherty, in "vexatious" defamation proceedings brought by Gerry Kelly MLA.
