Guardian media commentator Roy Greensalde has written of the enduring power of print and the ability of national newspapers to set the agenda in a way that no other media can.   In a piece titled Newsprint newspapers - even...

Shortlists for The Society of Editors Press Awards celebrating the best of UK national journalism have been announced with The Sunday Times leading the nominations league table. The Society of Editors Press Awards for national newspapers recognise reporters and correspondents,...

A Government Committee tasked with scrutinising draft investigatory powers legislation has backed the News Media Association's call for greater safeguards for journalists and the freedom of expression.  Publishing its report today, the Joint Committee on the Draft Investigatory Powers...

Johnston Press has confirmed it is in "late stage discussions" with the owner of the Independent regarding the the potential acquisition of i for £24 million.  In a statement this morning, Johnston Press said: "The Board of Johnston Press plc...

Local news is extremely important and the BBC must find ways in which to partner with the local news media sector, a report on the BBC charter review by the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee said today.  One of...

Croydon Advertiser chief reporter Gareth Davies has been granted permission for a judicial review of Independent Police Complaints Commission decision to uphold a harassment warning issued to him in the form of a Police Information Notice. After considering submissions from...

Sir Ray Tindle has highlighted the importance of local news to people’s lives and the unique connection local papers have with readers which advertisers can use to communicate effectively with local communities.   In a speech in Taunton this afternoon,...

MPs have highlighted the importance of journalists such as Marie Colvin reporting from conflict zones and the vital role of the UK as a beacon for press freedom on the world stage. Speaking in a House of Commons debate on...

The pilot scheme which will see the public and media gain access to Court of Protection hearings across England and Wales for the first time has begun. A new Pilot Practice Direction, changing the default position to one where hearings...