Ofcom approval of STV cuts would set dangerous precedent
The regulator Ofcom made a “fundamental mistake” in provisionally accepting STV’s plans to cut programming and taking arguments made by the company at face value, the NUJ has said.
NUJ submission to Ofcom on STV changes
The NUJ has responded to Ofcom’s consultation on STV’s request to change its regional programming commitments.
NUJ submits evidence to Ofcom as regulator reviews broadcast regulation
The NUJ has submitted evidence to Ofcom as the regulator considers updating broadcast regulations to keep up with a rapidly transforming UK media landscape.
NUJ response to Ofcom’s call for input
The NUJ has responded to Ofcom’s call for input on its review of broadcast regulation.
NUJ calls for independent inquiry into alleged violations of BBC editorial independence
NUJ reps at the BBC have voted in support of an independent inquiry into “any allegations of inappropriate interference by board members in editorial matters.”
NUJ Informed December 2025
Strike ballots at STV and Reach; BBC Charter Renewal; Online Safety Act; the campaign to save journalism education; 2025 Claudia Jones Memorial Lecture, and more.
Watered down plans for STV News restructure still ‘bad for journalism’
The National Union of Journalists has criticised proposals by Ofcom which would allow STV to axe its separate news programme for the north of Scotland.
NUJ responds to BBC Charter Review launch
The government has launched the BBC Charter Review, pledging to “future-proof” the BBC and its “world-class journalism”.
NUJ calls for clarity and transparency over BBC Editorial Guidelines and Standards Committee
The NUJ has noted with concern that during Monday’s Culture Media and Sport Committee hearing, Sir Robbie Gibb stated that he has become involved in editorial matters.
NUJ requests meeting with BBC leadership to discuss members’ concerns
The NUJ has written to BBC leadership to arrange a meeting to address concerns raised by members and to highlight the union’s longstanding calls for improved conditions.
US union sends solidarity to BBC journalists following President Trump’s legal threat
NewsGuild-CWA has shared a message of support with BBC journalists following Donald Trump’s threat to sue the UK public service broadcaster for defamation.
NUJ welcomes BBC’s rejection of Trump’s ‘mega SLAPP’ defamation claim
The NUJ notes the BBC’s apology to President Donald Trump over the editing of a speech in a Panorama programme, and welcomes the comprehensive rejection of his claim of defamation.
NUJ submission on changes to BBC’s Operating Licence
NUJ response to Ofcom’s consultation regarding proposed changes to the BBC’s operating licence.
NUJ backs BBC journalists and calls for governance reform
The NUJ has called for worker representation and independent appointments to the BBC board ahead of culture secretary Lisa Nandy's urgent statement to parliament today.
Irish biennial delegate conference 2025
‘Organising Together - Better in a Trade Union’ is the theme of the Irish biennial delegate conference that takes place in Dublin tomorrow, 8 November.
News on "endangered" public service media needs "stable and adequate funding" says Ofcom
Regulator's PSM review also recommends "public service content should be findable on YouTube".
NUJ statement on BBC outsourcing claims
The National Union of Journalists has called for greater clarity from the BBC following reports the broadcaster is considering a major outsourcing drive as reported by The Guardian.
NUJ welcomes BBC vision, whilst urging safeguards to ensure access to programmes
The union has welcomed ideas outlined by the broadcaster, whilst calling for action to ensure the sustainability of local news and access to programmes.
NUJ welcomes publication of the Workplace Culture Review
The union will now scrutinise it closely and speak to NUJ members at the BBC to seek their views on the recommendations and findings.
DM2025: government policies
Motions on the need for long-term reform of the funding of public service broadcasting at RTÉ, and cuts to the winter fuel payment featured.