NUJ concerned over reports of Comcast deal for ITV
The NUJ has reiterated concerns over Comcast’s takeover of ITV amid media reports of agreed terms and has called for greater transparency.
Orwell Society Young Journalist Awards 2026
Early-career journalists Hugo Harvey and Katie O'Donnell have won the 2026 Orwell Society/NUJ Young Journalists Award.
UK government publishes media green paper
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has launched a consultation on plans to improve access to trusted news.
NUJ condemns continued targeting of Lebanese and Palestinian journalists by Israeli forces
The NUJ has joined the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate (PJS) and the Union of Journalists of Lebanon (UJL) in condemning continued targeted attacks on journalists in Palestine and Lebanon by Israeli forces.
NUJ calls for Holyrood restrictions to be lifted
The NUJ has said that the sudden decision to physically restrict journalists and prevent them questioning parliamentarians at Holyrood should be overturned.
Tribute to John Bailey
The NUJ is in mourning for one of its most beloved figures, John Bailey, who died unexpectedly in London at the weekend.
NUJ responds to first wave of BBC cuts
The NUJ has warned that further brutal BBC cuts will be “devastating” for workers and audiences, urging management and the government to prioritise investing in the broadcaster.
George Viner Memorial Fund applications open
Black and minority ethnic student journalists should apply before 31 July 2026.
Pride Month - June 2026
Held every June, Pride Month is dedicated to honouring the history, achievements and ongoing struggles of the LGBT+ community.
NUJ condemns intimidation and attacks against journalists covering Belfast riots
The NUJ has strongly condemned threats, intimidation, and attacks against reporters covering riots in Belfast in recent days, and has repeated calls for further action to protect journalists.
NUJ welcomes ICO agreement to protect journalists’ privacy
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has agreed to withhold publishing the private addresses of freelance journalists upon request.
NUJ statement on revised EHRC Equality Act Code of Practice
The NUJ has responded to the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) revised Code of Practice for businesses and service providers on how to comply with the Equality Act 2010.
Tribute paid to former MP and long-time NUJ member Michael Meadowcroft
Friend Adam Christie celebrates life of Meadowcroft, who died on 1 June after a short illness
NUJ condemns threats to journalists covering event in Northern Ireland
Masked men reportedly intimidated press at Palestinian solidarity march.
NUJ welcomes costs decision that safeguards media freedom
Costs will not be awarded against a Freedom of Information applicant, who was facing a bill of £14,000, a court has decided.
NUJ highlights unmanageable workloads and “no confidence” in management in letter to STV CEO
The NUJ has written to STV ahead of its annual general meeting on Friday (5 June) to express serious concerns over staff wellbeing and the company’s leadership.
NUJ statement on Guardian freelance terms review
The Guardian has announced a fundamental review of terms and conditions for ‘casuals’, ‘freelances’, and ‘contributors’.
NUJ concerned by proposed Comcast ITV takeover
The NUJ has expressed concern over Comcast’s proposed takeover of ITV following reports that the deal does not guarantee a cash injection for local news.
NUJ condemns intolerable delay in Martin O'Hagan murder review
The NUJ has described as "intolerable” the action of the Office of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland (OPONI) in blocking the release of its own report into the failed police investigation of the 2001 murder of journalist Martin O’Hagan.
Statement from the DC Thomson NUJ chapel representatives
Editorial staff at DC Thomson are coming together to seek formal recognition for the NUJ, ensuring colleagues have an independent and collective voice in discussions about pay, conditions and the future of our work.