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National Union of Journalists Press Releases

658 Press Releases
  • Published on January 26, 2026 - 17:54 GMT

    Tributes paid to versatile veteran Paddy Clancy

    Tributes have been paid to former NUJ activist Paddy Clancy, who died at the weekend following a short illness. Clancy was 82 and his death followed an illness fought with characteristic determination and resilience. Paddy was one of the best known …

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  • Published on January 23, 2026 - 23:09 GMT

    Philippines: Frenchie Mae Cumpio convicted for “financing terrorism”

    The NUJ has joined the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) in condemning the conviction of journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio on baseless charges of “financing terrorism”.  Cumpio, 26, has …

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  • Published on January 23, 2026 - 23:09 GMT

    Palestine: Journalists continue to be killed despite ceasefire agreement

    At least 234 Palestinian journalists and media workers have been killed by Israeli forces since October 2023, the latest figures by the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) show. This comes after three freelance journalists were killed in an …

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  • Published on January 21, 2026 - 15:05 GMT

    NUJ would welcome investigation into Telegraph takeover

    The proposed takeover of the Telegraph Media Group by the Daily Mail and General Trust (DMGT) may need to be referred for regulatory scrutiny, UK culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has suggested. DMGT announced it had agreed a £500m deal with RedBird IMI on 22 …

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  • Published on January 20, 2026 - 20:24 GMT

    NUJ members win union recognition and 7.3% pay rise at Wyvex Media

    NUJ members at Wyvex Media have secured formal trade union recognition, alongside a new house agreement that delivers transparent pay scales and a 7.3% pay rise for journalists. The agreement marks a significant step forward for journalists at the Scotland …

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  • Published on January 15, 2026 - 20:51 GMT

    NUJ reacts to Ofcom’s ‘astonishing’ embrace of damaging STV cuts

    The NUJ has blasted Ofcom after the regulator described proposals that include axing STV North News at 6 as the "best thing for audiences across Scotland." Cristina Nicolotti Squires, Ofcom group director of broadcast and media, made the comments …

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  • Published on January 15, 2026 - 13:44 GMT

    Tribute to Jonathan Lovett

    Jonathan Lovett is remembered for his humour, theatricality, creativity, and commitment to local journalism and trade unionism. Tribute by Catherine Usher. Jonathan Lovett was a journalist and dedicated NUJ activist who died in a swimming accident on New …

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  • Published on January 14, 2026 - 19:11 GMT

    How to respond to the threat of the far right

    Join the NUJ Black Members' Council for an online discussion. At the NUJ delegate meeting in April 2025, the union renewed its commitment to opposing racism and uniting against the far right and fascism. The discussion will examine existing threats, …

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  • Published on January 14, 2026 - 19:11 GMT

    MPs call for universal access and secure funding at BBC Charter Renewal debate

    MPs have urged the UK government to guarantee that the BBC is sustainably funded, politically independent and universally accessible, following the launch of its Charter Renewal green paper. MPs from various parties gathered in Westminster Hall on 6 …

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  • Published on January 13, 2026 - 12:31 GMT

    Iconic takeover of Alpha Media raises serious media diversity concerns, says NUJ

    The NUJ has expressed concern over the proposed acquisition of Alpha Media by Malcolm Denmark’s Iconic Media. In a submission to Ireland’s Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), the union has highlighted Iconic’s unhealthy share of the …

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  • Published on January 13, 2026 - 12:31 GMT

    Kerrang! journalists’ strike shows true metal

    In December freelance writers at music magazine Kerrang! showed the power of coordinated, collective action. After 16 freelance contributors withdrew their labour, the magazine’s management agreed to meet all their terms. These included the settlement of …

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  • Published on January 9, 2026 - 09:58 GMT

    Venezuela: 14 journalists arbitrarily detained following US military attack

    The NUJ has joined the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) in calling for journalists to be allowed to operate freely and without intimidation in Venezuela. The NUJ has expressed solidarity with the National Union of Press Workers in Venezuela ( …

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  • Published on January 9, 2026 - 00:20 GMT

    How to run inclusive branch meetings

    This 90-minute session is open to branch chairs and vice-chairs, but all committee members with an interest are welcome. The aim is to give you the confidence to run meetings that allow all members of your branch to participate. Topics covered will include …

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  • Published on January 7, 2026 - 13:33 GMT

    Support the STV strike

    STV staff across Scotland are out on strike today (7 January), braving the cold weather and heavy snow to oppose damaging cuts planned by the company’s management. Around 50 staff members are part of the picket line outside the Glasgow office, carrying “ …

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  • Published on January 6, 2026 - 20:33 GMT

    Picket lines for STV strike, January 2025

    On 7 January NUJ members at STV will strike over damaging cuts to jobs and programming. In December members voted overwhelmingly for strike action over compulsory redundancies and the broadcaster’s plans to scrap the north edition of its News at 6 …

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  • Published on January 5, 2026 - 16:29 GMT

    NUJ tributes to Roy Jones

    NUJ Member of Honour, Roy Jones, has died aged 95. A long-time official of the North Wales Coast branch, he attended NUJ delegate meetings for more than 40 years despite having turned to journalism only in ‘retirement’.   Jones, who grew up in Ellesmere …

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  • Published on January 1, 2026 - 14:07 GMT

    Journalists warned clear documentation needed to ensure ‘freebies’ aren't taxed

    Journalists will be required to pay tax on goods and services offered to them without payment according to new guidance issued by HMRC. The advice, aimed at ‘content creators’ is not based on new rules, but a fresh campaign to ensure that internet ‘side …

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  • Published on December 23, 2025 - 20:58 GMT

    NUJ submission to the College of Policing’s media and communications consultation

    © 2025 National Union of Journalists. All rights reserved

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  • Published on December 23, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

    The Journalist December-January 2026

    Our cover feature looks at the rise of the side hustle with more freelances taking on non-journalistic work to make ends meet. We’re delighted to say that The Journalist has been named TUC best union journal of the year for a second time. We hope you will …

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  • Published on December 23, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

    NUJ members at STV to hold one-day strike in New Year over cuts

    Staff at STV News are to hold a one-day strike on 7 January over compulsory redundancies and the broadcaster’s plans to axe the north edition of its News at 6 programme. The strike, which will affect all news staff in Scotland, was planned to coincide with …

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