Demand an end to the freelance rip off
Fair treatment for freelance journalists must be central to business reforms on which the UK government is consulting. The union has launched a new campaign and urges engagement from freelances.
NUJ holds successful branches summit
Branch officers from across the union met online on 13 September to reflect on successful initiatives, share ideas and consider practical action to inform the union’s recruitment and organising strategy.
Abuse against journalists must never be tolerated
The National Union of Journalists has condemned the rising levels of online and in-person abuse wielded against journalists.
NUJ decries new job cuts by Reach plc
Over 300 jobs within editorial are at risk of being cut following an announcement of a restructure today. The NUJ says this serves a 'devastating body blow' to the publisher's journalists.
Scrutiny of government an essential part of public interest journalism, says NUJ
The National Union of Journalists has voiced its concern over the use of a super-injunction, preventing public interest journalism about a data breach confirmed by the UK government.
NUJ statement on Johnston report
The union has welcomed publication of a review into the BBC documentary Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone.
NUJ condemns as deplorable, the IRGC’s detention of an Iran International journalist’s family
The National Union of Journalists has strongly condemned the detention of an Iran International journalist’s family by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in Tehran.
NUJ welcomes start of open reporting in family courts in England and Wales
“Watershed” changes beginning this week to Family Procedure Rules mean that accredited journalists can report on what they see and hear whilst attending family courts, if a transparency order is granted.
NUJ achieves concessions for Guardian & Observer journalists
The union has been engaged in negotiations with the Guardian Media Group making significant progress over necessary mitigations for journalists, following members' collective opposition to the sale of The Observer to Tortoise Media.
NUJ welcomes arrest of third suspect in journalist stabbing
The Metropolitan Police has confirmed the arrest, following the shocking attack against Pouria Zeraati, condemned by the union.
NUJ calls on Apple to remove Apple Intelligence, warning of harm to journalism
The NUJ has joined calls urging Apple to remove its AI feature Apple Intelligence, following several examples of inaccurate summaries relayed to readers using the generative AI tool.
Laura Davison elected next general secretary of the National Union of Journalists
National broadcasting organiser wins ballot at what she calls "a critical time" for journalists
NUJ sets record straight as IPT hearing draws to a close
An affidavit has been submitted by Michelle Stanistreet, NUJ general secretary, following a late disclosure document revealed during a hearing earlier this week.
General secretary election deadline extended
Ballot papers must be received by noon, Wednesday 9 October to ensure votes are recorded.
Final week of the NUJ general secretary election
The deadline for receipt of ballot papers has been extended to noon, Wednesday 9 October.
Cast your vote in the NUJ general secretary election
Ballot papers must be received by noon Monday 7 October to ensure your vote for the union’s next general secretary is captured.
Two candidates for NUJ general secretary election
Two candidates have been ratified to stand as candidates for the post of general secretary of the National Union of Journalists. The successful candidate will succeed current general secretary Michelle Stanistreet, who is stepping down from the role.
Michelle Stanistreet announces she will stand down as NUJ general secretary
“It has been, and continues to be, a privilege to work for the NUJ” says the first woman in the union’s history elected to the post.
NUJ calls for International Criminal Court investigation amid rising journalists deaths in Gaza
The union’s National Executive Council motion urges the release of all hostages, a mutual cessation of violence and a permanent ceasefire.
King’s speech must include standalone anti-SLAPP law
NUJ joins over 60 signatories in calling for urgent legislation to protect journalists.