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BBC ‘trying to brush local radio cuts under the carpet’ claim MPs
BBC ‘trying to brush local radio cuts under the carpet’ claim MPs
The BBC has been accused of trying to downplay the impact swingeing cuts to local radio have had on listeners, with MPs saying it was…
Behind Local News
Apr 18
Public Notices Portal named digital innovation of the year at press awards
Public Notices Portal named digital innovation of the year at press awards
A cross-industry project to make public notices more accessible to online audiences has been named innovation of the year at the Regional…
Behind Local News
Apr 16
Glasgow website and magazine picks up communities prize at Regional Press Awards
Glasgow website and magazine picks up communities prize at Regional Press Awards
A news website and magazine which serves a district of Glasgow has been honoured at the Regional Press Awards.
Behind Local News
Apr 16
Belfast Telegraph dominates at Regional Press
Belfast Telegraph dominates at Regional Press
The Belfast Telegraph dominated proceedings at this year’s Regional Press Awards, picking up eight awards out of 21.
Behind Local News
Apr 16
Echo demands Hillsborough Law action as journalists reflect on 35-year fight
Echo demands Hillsborough Law action as journalists reflect on 35-year fight
The Liverpool Echo this week marked the 35th anniversary of the Hillsborough football stadium disaster — and vowed to keep fighting for a…
Behind Local News
Apr 15
Newspaper’s charity marks 95th birthday with demand at all-time high
Newspaper’s charity marks 95th birthday with demand at all-time high
A newspaper charity is celebrating its 95th birthday — with demands for its support greater than ever, according to organisers.
Behind Local News
Apr 11
There’s only one reason why a political party would create a fake newspaper
There’s only one reason why a political party would create a fake newspaper
An editor has urged politicians to stop using fake newspapers when campaigning — arguing the only reason to publish one is when they’re…
Behind Local News
Apr 11
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Behind Local News Weekly: The newsrooms giving Gen Z a voice beyond TikTok
Behind Local News Weekly: The newsrooms giving Gen Z a voice beyond TikTok
Plus: the Weeklies which are anthing but weak, and how the best journalism advice can stand the test of time
Behind Local News
Apr 7
Behind Local News Weekly: The stories behind the scoops
Behind Local News Weekly: The stories behind the scoops
Plus: The BBC sets its sights on long form and local investigations, awards success around the UK, and a very special weekly front page
Behind Local News
Mar 31
Behind Local News Weekly: The police force which wanted journalists to sign NDAs
Behind Local News Weekly: The police force which wanted journalists to sign NDAs
Plus: Awards success for trainees and Northern Ireland journalists, Wales new first minister has a go at journalists — and jobs to be…
Behind Local News
Mar 25
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