Threat to Original Journalism: Initiative Calls for Imaginative Approach to Sustain the Field
Tina Brown, former editor of Vanity Fair, has warned that in-depth reporting, particularly investigative journalism, is at risk. News outlets are reducing their spending on original reporting in favour of cheaper materials, and as a result, renowned organizations such as BuzzFeed and Vice are downsizing their newsrooms, she said. Despite a current "golden age" of investigative journalism, with outstanding examples [...]
Sky Sports Secures Record £935 Million Broadcasting Deal with EFL for 2024-2029 Seasons
The English Football League (EFL) has secured a record-breaking £935 million broadcasting deal with Sky Sports for the five-year period from the 2024/25 to 2028/29 seasons. The deal covers over 1,000 matches per season, a record for any club football agreement. The package consists of £895 million in guaranteed payments and £40 million in marketing benefits. The new contract signifies [...]
NMC Welcomes European Commission’s Efforts to Strike Balance in Combating Online Piracy and Protecting Media Freedom
The News Media Coalition (NMC) has expressed its support for the European Commission's endeavours to maintain a balance between fighting online piracy of live event footage and safeguarding media freedom in the legitimate use of such content. Today (May 4th, 2023), the European Commission formally responded to demands from the professional sport sector for the legislative and technical means to [...]
Witness-based Journalism More Vital Than Ever – NMC
The world is hungry for truth across all aspects of life – and front line news journalism is an indispensable bulwark in our a world of info-overload. Yet, as the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day falls today, journalists face increasing barriers on seeing, capturing, questioning – reporting. Andrew Moger, NMC CEO, in applauding individuals, businesses, governments and organisers [...]
Journalists Face Access Restrictions at Chaotic Rishi Sunak Press Conference
The Scottish Conservative conference in Glasgow experienced a chaotic press conference with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak after Downing Street attempted to restrict access to a Q&A session. Initially, only six pre-selected journalists and the Press Association news agency were allowed to participate. However, other journalists present at the conference gained access the event, forcing Number 10 to reconsider its decision [...]
Premier League Clubs to Phase Out Gambling Sponsors on Shirt Fronts by 2025-26
Premier League clubs have agreed to remove gambling companies as sponsors on the front of players' shirts by the end of the 2025-26 season. This decision was made following extensive consultations between the Premier League, its clubs, and the UK government's Department for Culture, Media, and Sport. The government is presently reviewing legislation relating to gambling in the country. The [...]