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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 2d

The NUJ PA chapel has secured an above-inflation pay deal, demonstrating "the power of union activism and collective bargaining."

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PA chapel statement on 2025 pay deal

NUJ members at PA Media have secured an above-inflation pay deal, demonstrating "the power of union activism and collective bargaining."

www.nuj.org.uk

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 2d

McGowan-Lowe said: "This does not give the impression of a company who is thinking long term [...] what they are proposing is going to have a catastrophic effect on local democracy and the culture of the north east if it is allowed to go through."

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 2d

"Cultural vandalism."

Nick McGowan-Lowe, NUJ Scotland national organiser, has slammed STV cuts that would result in 60 redundancies, and leave a licence area of 1.3 million people without local news.

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STV accused of financial mismanagement over plan to cut news show

The broadcaster is planning to axe its Aberdeen news programme as part of proposals to save £2.5m.

www.bbc.co.uk

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 2d

Many members frequently witness, report on, or review distressing content as part of their work - and this can take a toll.

#WorldMentalHealthDay is a timely reminder to prioritise mental health and make use of the support and resources available #WMHD25 ⬇️

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World Mental Health Day spotlights support for those covering crises

It’s World Mental Health Day today (Friday 10 October), and this year’s theme is “Access to services - mental health in catastrophes and emergencies.”

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 3d

“The Conservative Party should properly communicate and clarify the specific reasons for not granting these journalists access to its conference. Once again, the NUJ calls on all political parties to uphold media freedom and democratic accountability.”

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Conservatives Accused of ‘Trumpian’ Tactics After Barring Second Byline Times Journalist From Conference

The National Union of Journalists described the bans as a threat to media freedom which "undermines the Conservative Party leader’s repeated pledge to fight for free speech"

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 4d

There’s strength in numbers! That’s why we’re asking members to write to their MPs about the proposed redundancies at Reach, which place 600 journalists at risk.

Use our template letter to ask your MP to raise the issue in Parliament and take action:
nuj.good.do/opposetherea...

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 6d

Journalists now have a dedicated safety officer in every UK police force, providing direct access to support when faced with abuse and threats of violence.

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NUJ welcomes introduction of journalist safety officers in every police force

Journalists now have a dedicated safety officer in every UK police force, providing direct access to support when faced with abuse and threats of violence.

www.nuj.org.uk

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 9d

“We call on Israeli authorities to respect the rights of journalists and ensure the safety of those detained during the interception. Whilst urging their swift release, we stress alongside @ifjglobal.bsky.social that Israeli forces must at all times adhere to their duties under international law.”

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 9d

The NUJ has expressed its grave concern over the safety of journalists detained by Israeli authorities following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla.

www.nuj.org.uk/resource/gaz...

Gaza: NUJ urges safety of detained Global Sumud Flotilla journalists

The National Union of Journalists has expressed its grave concern over the safety of journalists detained by Israeli authorities.

www.nuj.org.uk

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IFJ- International Federation of Journalists @ifjglobal.bsky.social · 9d

🎙️ "If we accept that reporters die in #Gaza, we pave the way for other regimes to consider the murder of journalists a normal instrument of war," writes #IFJ General Secretary @abellanger.bsky.social.

Gaza has become journalism’s graveyard.

Gaza has become journalism’s graveyard. Killing journalists is killing the truth | Anthony Bellanger

If we accept that reporters die in Gaza, we pave the way for other regimes to consider the murder of journalists a normal instrument of war

www.theguardian.com

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 10d

The NUJ has issued notice to ballot members for industrial action at The Mirror and Reach's Scottish titles in a dispute over job losses, workloads, and artificial intelligence.

The NUJ has asked members to vote ‘yes’ to both strike action and action short of strike.

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NUJ issues formal ballot notices to Reach over mass redundancies

The NUJ has submitted formal notices to ballot members for industrial action at The Mirror and Reach plc’s Scottish titles in a dispute over job losses, unreasonable workloads, and the use of artifici...

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 10d

As @tuc.org.uk's Paul Nowak says, “reintroducing tribunal fees would be a gift for bad bosses and price many low-paid workers out of justice."

The government must pass the Employment Rights Bill in full, without dilution or delay.

www.theguardian.com/money/2025/o...

Labour considering charging workers for employment tribunal claims, sources say

Exclusive: Reintroducing tribunal fees would be ‘a gift for bad bosses’, says TUC chief Paul Nowak

www.theguardian.com

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UCU Ulster @ucu-ulster.bsky.social · 11d

@nujofficial.bsky.social and BDTC meeting on the surveillance of Journalists and why this matters to us all

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 11d

“The Labour Party should clarify the specific reasons for its decision, and we urge the government and all political parties to uphold the principle of media freedom, the right of freedom of expression and the right of the public to be informed.”

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 11d

“More worryingly, this seems to be part of a growing trend of legitimate newsgatherers being denied entry to - or removed from - political proceedings that are firmly in the public interest.

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 11d

Laura Davison, NUJ general secretary, said:

“Labour is the party in government and has repeatedly stated its commitment to media freedom. Yet its actions yesterday risks the impression of a party that is trying to evade press scrutiny.

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 11d

The NUJ is concerned by a decision to revoke the passes of journalists attending the Labour Party Conference yesterday.

Our full response:
www.nuj.org.uk/resource/nuj...

NUJ responds to removal of journalists from Labour Party Conference

The NUJ is concerned by a decision to revoke the passes of journalists attending the Labour Party Conference.

www.nuj.org.uk

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 13d

The Birmingham & Coventry NUJ branch is the latest to pass a motion expressing support and solidarity with journalists at Reach in light of mass redundancies across the publisher.
www.nuj.org.uk/resource/bir...

Birmingham & Coventry NUJ branch expresses solidarity with Reach journalists

The Birmingham & Coventry NUJ Branch has passed a motion expressing support and solidarity with journalists at Reach amid plans by the publisher to make large-scale redundancies.

www.nuj.org.uk

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 16d

NUJ's Séamus Dooley has urged action from UK and Irish governments. "To mark another anniversary of Martin O'Hagan's brutal killing with yet no progress on an independent investigation into his killing is shameful."

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 16d

Killers of Martin O’Hagan must be brought to justice.

Ahead of the 24th anniversary of the murder of journalist Martin O'Hagan, the NUJ has repeated its call for an independent investigation and for the killers of O’Hagan to face justice.
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Killers of Martin O’Hagan must be brought to justice

Ahead of the 24th anniversary of the murder of Martin O’Hagan, the NUJ has repeated its call for an independent investigation to ensure the perpetrators of his killing are brought to justice.

www.nuj.org.uk

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EVAW Coalition @evawuk.bsky.social · 16d

🚨 Just 4 days til closing! 🚨

🗞️ How the media reports on violence against women shapes public awareness and beliefs.

✍️ Join us in uplifting journalism that centres survivors and helps shift the attitudes driving abuse.

🔗 Nominate an article for an award! bit.ly/3J0EEhk

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The Write to End Violence Against Women Awards by the End Violence Against Women Coalition, endorsed by the National Union of Journalists

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 16d

The branch said: “We recognise that without trained and qualified journalists to work with, the PR & communications sector would fail. We also fully support the Reach chapel in their statement that 'AI must not be used to replace journalists.'”

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 16d

The NUJ PR & Communications branch has joined other union members in condemning mass redundancies at Reach and expressing solidarity with the journalists impacted.

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NUJ PR & Communications branch stands in solidarity with Reach journalists

The branch has condemned cuts and urged full support for the Reach group chapel's call for full disclosure on the use of artificial intelligence at the company.

www.nuj.org.uk

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 16d

Join media workers, policymakers, and human rights lawyers to examine how transnational repression is silencing independent journalism.

🗓️Tuesday 30 September, 7pm

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Transnational Repression on Journalism

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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 17d

Nick McGowan-Lowe, NUJ national organiser for Scotland, spoke on BBC Radio Scotland earlier about planned redundancies at STV.

“As long as STV wants to have those two ITV licences it has to produce quality news coverage, and cutting a third of the newsroom is not going to do that.”

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