PA chapel shows solidarity with Reach journalists
The PA chapel has passed a motion to show public support for colleagues at Reach plc in light of mass redundancies at the publisher.
Tribute to Barry Fitzpatrick
The NUJ has paid tribute to former official Barry Fitzpatrick following his death on 17 September.
Belarus: union supports journalists resettle after their ‘forced exile’
The Belarusian Association of Journalists is supporting several journalists forced to rebuild their lives outside Belarus, following their transfer to Lithuania this month.
Demand an end to the freelance rip off
Fair treatment for freelance journalists must be central to business reforms on which the UK government is consulting. The union has launched a new campaign and urges engagement from freelances.
Financial Times chapel solidarity with Reach journalists
The FT chapel has sent their full support as members are consulted over next steps.
Write to End Violence Against Women Awards
The Write to End Violence Against Women (WEVAW) Awards, sponsored by the NUJ, recognise journalists and writers who report on violence against women responsibly, sensitively and accurately.
Changes to eligibility for the UK skilled worker visa
A House of Commons Library briefing has been published following changes to UK visa and settlement rules.
NUJ holds successful branches summit
Branch officers from across the union met online on 13 September to reflect on successful initiatives, share ideas and consider practical action to inform the union’s recruitment and organising strategy.
MI5 admits it ‘illegally’ obtained data from ex-BBC journalist
The NUJ has expressed its grave concern and called for an independent investigation into the surveillance of journalists after MI5 admitted to illegally obtaining communications data from the mobile phone of former BBC journalist Vincent Kearney.
UK creators demand prime minister recognises creators’ human rights and protects copyright
The NUJ is signatory to a letter to Keir Starmer, seeking government's justification for failing to enforce the rights of UK copyright holders, as required by international and UK human rights law.
Yemen: nine journalists killed by Israeli strike
The NUJ has joined the International Federation of Journalists in condemning the targeted attack on Houthi-controlled areas, killing at least nine journalists.
March against fascism
NUJ members can assemble on 13 September in solidarity alongside others in the trade union bloc at 12pm in Russell Square, London.
TUC Congress 2025: solidarity with journalists in Gaza and worldwide
TUC Congress unanimously passed an NUJ motion calling on delegates to continue standing in solidarity with journalists globally and condemn attacks against media workers.
Abuse against journalists must never be tolerated
The National Union of Journalists has condemned the rising levels of online and in-person abuse wielded against journalists.
Surveillance operations withheld by Police Service of Northern Ireland
The NUJ has strongly condemned a previous decision by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) not to disclose details of two surveillance operations to the Investigatory Powers Commissioner's Office (IPCO).
The Observer - vote of no confidence ballot results
Staff, freelances and casuals at The Observer before its transfer to Tortoise Media were balloted earlier this year with the overwhelming majority returning a vote confirming they had no confidence in Katharine Viner, Guardian Editor-in Chief.
NUJ Reach group chapel strongly condemns proposed editorial cuts
The group chapel has expressed no faith or confidence in the company's strategy, and voiced its concern over the use of artificial intelligence, seeking clear commitments and greater transparency from the company.
TUC Congress 2025: threat of AI to jobs and rights takes centre stage
TUC Congress unanimously supported new laws to stop AI breaching the copyrights of journalists and those working in sectors including books and photography.
Palestine: At least 221 journalists and media workers killed in Gaza
Latest figure follows death of photojournalist Rasmi Jihad Salem.
NUJ statement – reporting on assisted dying legislation
Delegates at DM2025 passed a resolution to produce guidance to support members with reporting on legislation in connection with assisted dying.