A new data protection regime for the UK must provide a much-needed boost for journalism by helping publishers to better monetise the news they distribute online, the News Media Association has said today. Tomorrow (Friday), Oliver Dowden is expected to...

Local news media titles are being urged to participate in a special celebration for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee next year which will see beacons lit in communities across the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and UK overseas territories.   For...

Peers have launched an inquiry into the effectiveness of digital regulation as plans to regulate the internet progress. The Communications and Digital Committee has announced the inquiry following the publication of the draft Online Safety Bill and the launch of a...

Newsquest is giving readers a chance to decide how to give away £125,000 to good causes across the country. Newsquest launched its 'Cash for Charities' drive on Monday across its portfolio of titles including The Northern Echo, South Wales Argus...

The News Media Association has welcomed Apple’s decision to consent to reader apps using a link to their websites to prompt users to sign for subscriptions, which will take effect in 2022. The NMA said: “The NMA welcomes Apple’s decision...

Reach announced today that they have joined the 30% Club, becoming the first UK news publisher to commit to at least 30 per cent women on its board and senior management by 2023, whilst also committing to greater representation...

Local news publishers, Reach, Iliffe, Midland News Association and Archant have united to back a campaign to support the hospitality industry, which was hit hard during the pandemic. They have teamed up with Hospitality Action and other charities to call...

The Northern Echo has prompted the BBC to refund viewers after a fire at a Bilsdale transmitter left thousands of people without TV signals. Over 1,000 people contacted the newspaper with their concerns, especially for elderly residents. The BBC had...

The News Media Association has welcomed the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee’s inquiry into the Cabinet Office’s implementation of FOI laws. In a submission to PACAC’s consultation, the NMA expressed concerns over the Cabinet Office impeding access to...