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They were already less local, now it turns out BBC Local radio is less ‘live’ too. What’s going on?
They were already less local, now it turns out BBC Local radio is less ‘live’ too. What’s going on?
The BBC has dropped live local news bulletins from dozens of radio stations around the country — and rejected plans to reinstate them.
Behind Local News
Jul 28
Why print is more important than ever for this title
Why print is more important than ever for this title
Print isn’t dead — it’s more important than ever.
Behind Local News
Jul 28
The spontaneous conversation which led to a stunning wrap edition
The spontaneous conversation which led to a stunning wrap edition
The Impartial Reporter has become known for its strong front pages since editor Rodney Edwards took the helm.
Behind Local News
Jul 28
Ofcom to dig deeper into the impact BBC’s online expansion is having on local news providers
Ofcom to dig deeper into the impact BBC’s online expansion is having on local news providers
Media regulator Ofcom is still failing to recognise the impact the BBC’s mass expansion into local news online is having on publishers —…
Behind Local News
Jul 28
“Ordinary people, extraordinary stories” — city website unveils new look
“Ordinary people, extraordinary stories” — city website unveils new look
A city website has relaunched with a promise to focus on ordinary people and their extraordinary stories.
Behind Local News
Jul 22
Why we urged readers to #checkyoursources
Why we urged readers to #checkyoursources
Rebecca Whittington, Online Safety Editor at Reach, on why she led a campaign which put the dangers of misinformation in front of readers…
Behind Local News
Jul 23
BBC Local hires Will Mellor to investigate Post Office scandal
BBC Local hires Will Mellor to investigate Post Office scandal
Actor Will Mellor is presenting a new documentary series from BBC Local which looks into the impact of the Post Office scandal on those…
Behind Local News
Jul 23
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Behind Local News Weekly: Taking the fight against misinformation to readers — and why we did it
Behind Local News Weekly: Taking the fight against misinformation to readers — and why we did it
Plus: Campaign success in the King’s Speech, relaunch for Manchester World and call for more LDRs
Behind Local News
Jul 23
Behind Local News Weekly: How the new Government can help local media
Behind Local News Weekly: How the new Government can help local media
Plus: Irish News moves into audio, the King celebrates the media — and more on the Election
Behind Local News
Jul 16
Behind Local News Weekly: The newsroom which did the election differently
Behind Local News Weekly: The newsroom which did the election differently
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Behind Local News
Jul 11
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