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There were 403 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 493,454 in the last 365 days.

National Union of Journalists Press Releases

804 Press Releases
  • Published on January 3, 2025 - 16:19 GMT

    Another journalist killed in Gaza as Al Jazeera suspended by Palestinian Authority

    Continuation of threats to media freedom and journalists' safety in the region The new year has begun with another journalist being killed in an Israeli attack in Gaza and the Palestinian Authority suspending the operation of Al Jazeera in the West …

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  • Published on January 2, 2025 - 20:57 GMT

    Johnnie Walker remembered for his “loyal and effective” support for the NUJ

    Broadcaster held firm during strike  The late radio DJ Johnnie Walker has been remembered by former NUJ colleagues who recalled his “principled” outlook and “commitment to the union.” Walker, who began his career as a pirate DJ in the 1960s on Swinging …

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  • Published on January 2, 2025 - 15:15 GMT

    122 journalists and media workers killed in 2024 

    One of deadliest years for journalists   One hundred and twenty-two journalists and media workers, including 14 women, were killed last year, according to the International Federation of Journalists’ Killed List for 2024. The figure is just seven below …

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  • Published on December 26, 2024 - 13:07 GMT

    NUJ condemns killing of five journalists by Israeli forces in Gaza

    The National Union of Journalists has strongly condemned the killing of five journalists today in central Gaza. All five worked for the satellite channel Al-Quds Today. The journalists were sleeping in the van where they should have been safe. According to …

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  • Published on December 24, 2024 - 12:52 GMT

    NUJ webinar - Artificial Intelligence and Ethics

    Hosted by the union's Ethics council, join online to share your views and hear more on key ethical considerations on the use of AI in journalism. The NUJ's Ethics Council is hosting its first webinar of 2025 on 22 January from 5.30-6.30pm. The …

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  • Published on December 24, 2024 - 12:52 GMT

    NUJ condemns deaths of two Kurdish journalists killed by alleged drone attack

    The National Union of Journalists joins with the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) in condemning the killings of two Kurdish journalists in Syria last week, and joins in calls for a swift investigation. Kurdish journalists Nazim Daştan and …

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  • Published on December 23, 2024 - 17:12 GMT

    Help make a difference - NUJ extra Christmas appeal

    NUJ extra, the union's charity, is dedicated to providing essential support to our members facing financial difficulties and other challenges. Every year the charity helps members who, because of sickness, accident or other unforeseen circumstance, …

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  • Published on December 23, 2024 - 12:22 GMT

    NUJ Christmas hours & emergency legal numbers, 2024

    The NUJ will close for the Christmas and New Year break at close of business 1PM on Tuesday 24 December. We will reopen the London and Irish offices on Thursday 2 January and the Scottish office on Friday 3 January. Emergency Legal Helpline Thompsons …

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  • Published on December 21, 2024 - 21:31 GMT

    Take Time to Remember and Protest

    NUJ members held vigils in Dublin and Limerick today (Saturday 21 December) to highlight attacks on journalists and journalism in Gaza.  The Dublin vigil took place at lunchtime vigil at the Wolfe Tone Statue, St Stephen's Green, where members and …

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  • Published on December 20, 2024 - 16:39 GMT

    DM 2025 Preliminary Agenda

    This resource is available to members only. If you are a member, please log in to see it. If you are not a member, then please consider joining the union. Login Join the NUJ

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  • Published on December 19, 2024 - 20:39 GMT

    NUJ condemns threats to journalists made by Dmitry Medvedev

    The NUJ has condemned the remarks by Russian security council deputy head, Dmitry Medvede The NUJ has condemned the remarks by Russian security council deputy head, Dmitry Medvedev describing editors at The Times as "legitimate military targets" …

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  • Published on December 19, 2024 - 20:39 GMT

    NUJ response to Media Concierge takeover of National World

    The National Union of Journalists has said the commitments made by Media Concierge as part of its takeover of National World need to be backed up with concrete actions to ensure the survival of quality local journalism. The NUJ, which represents …

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  • Published on December 18, 2024 - 18:17 GMT

    Observer sale confirmed

    The Guardian/Observer chapel of the NUJ will meet tomorrow to consider the sale of the Observer to Tortoise Media. The Guardian/Observer chapel of the NUJ will meet tomorrow to consider the sale of the Observer to Tortoise Media. The sale, for an …

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  • Published on December 18, 2024 - 18:17 GMT

    Claudia Jones Memorial Lecture 2024: Margaret Kimberley

    The life and work of Claudia Jones hold timely lessons for anyone seeking to understand America and the world in the wake of the re-election of Donald Trump as US president, Margaret Kimberley said at the Claudia Jones Memorial Lecture 2024. The life and …

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  • Published on December 18, 2024 - 18:17 GMT

    NUJ vigil in Dublin

    Take Time to Remember and Protest - Saturday 21 December 2024 A reminder that the NUJ is holding a lunchtime vigil on Saturday next, December 21st  at the Wolfe Tone Statue, St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2 at 1pm. Members and their families are encouraged …

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  • Published on December 17, 2024 - 17:00 GMT

    NUJ statement on Investigative Powers Tribunal report

    The National Union of Journalists welcomes the publication of the Investigatory  Powers Tribunal published online this morning (December 17th 2024). The National Union of Journalists welcomes the publication of the Investigatory  Powers Tribunal published …

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  • Published on December 16, 2024 - 21:19 GMT

    NUJ Informed December 2024 (7).pdf

    What's at stake over the Guardian and Observer strike; Michelle Stanistreet's final foreword as she steps down as general secretary; concerns over big tech's land grab to train AI; more cuts at the BBC; Elon Musk and the media Welcome to the …

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  • Published on December 13, 2024 - 15:04 GMT

    Guardian and Observer strike enters final day

    As Guardian and Observer journalists take part in a fourth day of strike action today many remain perplexed that their bosses have not seriously engaged with any other bidders (because of an exclusivity contract which has been in place with Tortoise ever …

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  • Published on December 12, 2024 - 13:49 GMT

    Day 3: Guardian & Observer strikes in protest at the rushed sale of the Observer

    Updates throughout the day Billy Bragg singing to crowds on the picket line © Mark Thomas   Billy Bragg was among those supporting the third day of strikes outside the Guardian's HQ in opposition to the rushed sale of the Observer to Tortoise Media. He …

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  • Published on December 11, 2024 - 23:16 GMT

    Sports journalists facing a “disturbing rise" in online abuse

    "Relentless and debilitating” abuse has worsened   Sports journalists are facing a “disturbing rise in both the volume and toxicity of online abuse” directed at them, according to a report published by the United Against Online Abuse Campaign (UAOA). …

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