NUJ calls for urgent meeting with BBC over social media guidelines
The NUJ has called for an urgent meeting with the BBC over members' concerns over new social media guidelines published yesterday.
Michelle Stanistreet, NUJ general secretary, said:
"Following the publication of the guidelines yesterday, the NUJ sought an urgent meeting with the BBC to address our members' concerns about the changes could constrain individuals' ability to meaningfully participate and engage in issues that matter to them – whether that's in their trade union, their communities or in events such as Pride.
"The director general's confirmation this morning that attendance at Pride would not be a breach is obviously welcome – that the clarification proved necessary shows that further clarity is needed.
"It's disappointing that there was no consultation with staff unions on these changes ahead of them being announced, and we'll be raising all the concerns NUJ members and reps have shared with us when we meet the BBC."