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.
Journalists’ Safety Tracker
Use the NUJ’s online tool to inform us of incidents including of abuse, harassment and legal proceedings made against you.
#IFJLondon: why we need to rebuild trust in journalism, says Michelle Stanistreet
The NUJ general secretary gives a preview of the union’s News Recovery Plan to reconfigure a media rooted in the public good.
NUJ expresses deep shock at stabbing of Iran International presenter
The union expressed its shock and outrage at the stabbing of presenter Pouria Zeraati, who was set upon by a group of assailants as he left his London home earlier today. Early reports say he is in a stable condition in hospital after suffering multiple knife wounds.
NUJ welcomes updated National Action Plan for the safety of journalists
Legal threats, journalists’ safety and online abuse all feature in the refreshed publication.
NUJ welcomes creation of government-led UK SLAPPs taskforce
The union will represent members through its seat, noting the taskforce as a “significant step in tackling the scourge of strategic litigation aimed at crushing freedom of expression.”
DM2023: safety of journalists
The safety of journalists has been and will continue to be a major priority for the union
NUJ launches a package of safety materials and advice
In a series of videos, members share their experiences of threats, abuse and intimidation.
Safety tips on the go
The NUJ and Society of Editors have launched a mobile-friendly safety toolkit to help members find advice and information while they are on the move.
Irish government urged to act on online abuse of journalists
The National Union of Journalists has joined Mediahuis Ireland and RTÉ in calling for action to end online attacks on journalists in Ireland.
NUJ welcomes UK ratification of treaty on prevention of violence at work
Michelle Stanistreet said: “No-one should have to put up with violence and intimidation for just doing their job."
Four in five journalists have experienced threats and violence at work
Over one in three female respondents said they do not feel safe operating as a journalist in the UK, a government survey has found.
NUJ raises concerns with Met over intimidation of BBC reporter Nick Watt
The union was reacting to an incident when the Newsnight’s political editor was abused by anti-lockdown protesters in Westminster.
Journalists asked to give evidence of threats to their safety
The UK government is inviting journalists to give evidence to the National Committee for the Safety of Journalists so it can put in place measures to make sure they can operate free from threats and violence.
DCMS: Safety of Journalists Call for Evidence
This is call for evidence from the National Committee for the Safety of Journalists for journalists to contribute evidence and complete a survey so the government can improve its understanding of the problem of threats and abuse towards them, and assess to the police and judicial response. The responses will enable the committee to take action to ensure that journalists operating within the UK can do so free from threats, violence and abuse.
NUJ statement in support of Sima Kotecha
The BBC reporter was subjected to abuse while preparing for a live broadcast; a man has since pleaded guilty.
Facebook must publish editorial guidelines which appear to allow users to call for the death of public figures
The National Union of Journalists has called on Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to publish full details of editorial guidelines which the union says raise "fundamental questions about the standards set by Facebook in the treatment of a wide range of public figures and people who may find themselves in the public spotlight".
NUJ Branch March 2021
News on the national action plan for the safety of journalists, reports from the TUC equality conferences and from the NUJ's branches in Europe.
Politicians must stop attacking journalists, says NUJ
The NUJ today calls on government ministers and all politicians to stop traducing journalists and media outlets following comments by Jacob Rees-Mogg MP, leader of the House of Commons.
NUJ welcomes the launch of a national action plan to protect journalists
The union said the National Committee for the Safety of Journalists’ plan was an important step towards ensuring journalists can carry out their work free from harassment and attack. It was launched with cross-party support.
