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Impress Christmas Closure Dates and Contact Details - Impress Impress will be closing ahead of the Christmas break - here is everything you need to know about contacting us.

With Christmas just around the corner, Impress will be closing for a winter break between December 22nd and January 5th 🎄

However, we will still be available for urgent contact throughout this time.

Find out more: www.impressorg.com/impress-chri...

Democracy At A Crossroads: Impress Launches 2024-25 Annual Report - Impress Impress has released its 2024-25 annual report, looking back at an exciting year for the organisation and ahead to challenges on the horizon.

"Finding, growing and creating value for audiences saturated with today’s media options is no modest undertaking. Yet there exists a wonderful independent and ethical media sector in the UK resolutely focused on that." 💡

Our 2024-25 Annual Report is now live! 👉 www.impressorg.com/democracy-at...

Impress welcomes the Government's introduction of Media Literacy across the school curriculum. But further action is needed 📲 💻

Find out why we have signed a joint statement with other media and information literacy experts asking for further support 👉 www.impressorg.com/media-litera...

Full survey: www.pressrecognitionpanel.org.uk/wp-content/u...

Most think the press should be regulated by an independent body, followed by a legal/government-backed regulator. How the press should be regulated. By an independent body (not linked to government or the press): 54% By a legal or government-backed regulator (like Ofcom): 22% Each news organisation should regulate itself: 6% By a group run by the news industry: 3% By someone else: 1% Don't know: 8% N/A - I don't think the press should be regulated: 5% Net: Any: 86% Information box: Those aged 18-24 and 25-34 are most likely to say they don't know (15% and 14%) P4a: How, if at all, should the press be regulated? Please select one option. Base: All (2035)

If the journalism industry and journalists want to rebuild trust, we need to listen to the public 🤝

And they want the news to be regulated by a truly independent regulator, a survey from
@yougov.co.uk and the @prpanel.bsky.social has found.

So, why not urge your favourite outlet to join us?

The phone-hacking scandal showed what happens when the press neglects ethical practice and public interest journalism.

The repercussions continue to be felt today.

But we can change that 💪

Introducing the Better Media Fund 🚀

🔗 bit.ly/4pHznAa

#TheHack

Winner Jess O'Thomson for their submission to the inaugural Indie Media Maverick Awards in the category of Digital Journalism.

Feels a bit egregious to post about awards two days in a row, but I have just found out I was nominated for – and have won – an independent journalism award for my reporting following the Supreme Court decision in For Women Scotland for @wearequeeraf.com

Thank you!

We are excited to be co-sponsoring this year's Bylines Festival! 🤩

Expect raw debate, powerful speakers, award-winning journalists, and unforgettable performances.

Book now at www.bylinefestival.com – Use code FESTIVALFRIEND for 20% off tickets.

In #LocalNews organisations across the UK there's plenty of conflicting opinion, understanding and uptake of #AI. I was with the @impressorg.bsky.social team in London yesterday, to discuss where we are and how journalists across the industry want to progress ethically with AI tools (if at all) 👇

Impress Retains Independence Recognition After Latest PRP Review - Impress Impress have once again been officially recognised as the UK's only independent press regulator under Royal Charter.

Proving our independence again ✅

Impress has once again been recognised as independent of all political and industry influence under Royal Charter after the latest cyclical review by the @prpanel.bsky.social.

Find out more! 👉 bit.ly/3TBPwbb

Beyond the ban: Why age restrictions alone won't fix social media's child safety problem Bans may lead to more surveillance and behavioural monitoring as platforms seek to comply with age verification – reducing our rights and autonomy when operating online.

🚨 The inconvenient truth about social media age bans 🚨

Everyone's rushing to "protect" children by banning them from social media. Australia, Texas, Florida—it feels obvious, right?

But these bans might actually make the internet LESS safe for everyone. bit.ly/4kjpPYV

The Subtle Art of Silencing: A Starter Pack on Modern Censorship Techniques The most insidious forms of censorship don't arrive with loud proclamations or dramatic book burnings. Instead, they creep in through bureaucratic whispers, financial pressures, and systemic nudges.

Our CEO's latest unpacks how states quietly limit speech through funding cuts, preferential access, and strategic obstruction, creating dangerous precedents that narrow our rights.

Join the conversation on creating healthy information ecosystems: bit.ly/42YMFPp

The Subtle Art of Silencing: A Starter Pack on Modern Censorship Techniques The most insidious forms of censorship don't arrive with loud proclamations or dramatic book burnings. Instead, they creep in through bureaucratic whispers, financial pressures, and systemic nudges.

Catch the latest ‘Common Ground with Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana’ 📩

The most insidious forms of censorship don't arrive with dramatic book burnings, they creep in through bureaucratic whispers and financial pressures.

Read more! 👉 bit.ly/42YMFPp

Everyone wants to fight disinformation as long as they get to define it Most of our current fight against disinformation is focused on monitoring and exposing disinformation. This is not enough. Here's what I think we need to do to cut disinformation off at the source.

Every Thursday in Common Ground Lexie will be exploring:

> Media regulation + tech innovation
> Rebuilding trust in digital spaces
> Policy impact analysis
> Insider perspectives from industry leaders

Join the conversation today!
bit.ly/44XVdXR

Everyone wants to fight disinformation as long as they get to define it Most of our current fight against disinformation is focused on monitoring and exposing disinformation. This is not enough. Here's what I think we need to do to cut disinformation off at the source.

📢 Excited to share "Common Ground with @lexiekk.bsky.social" - a weekly newsletter exploring the intersection of media, law, technology, and public interest.

First article, "Everyone wants to fight disinformation as long as they get to define it”, is live now!

Subscribe here ⬇️

bit.ly/44XVdXR

Key takeaways from our AI in newsrooms best practice guidance, launching today

*Always use human editorial oversight
*NB Ai can generate inaccuracy
*Avoid depicting real people or events
*Be transparent with Ai use
*Disclose how you use Ai
*Avoid inputting confidential data

#AIjournalism

Matthew Eltringham, Senior Advisor, Editorial Policy

"The BBC takes a principles based approach to using Ai in journalism... bar a few exemptions we wouldn't use Ai to create content... We use Ai assistedly rather than directly"

#Aijounralism #Aiethics

Only 20% of the public are accessing regulated climate news--this means most people can't hold their news sources to account when they get the facts wrong or push irresponsible agendas

This report is just a first little step but glad to be one of the authors. Tldr we need to regulated climate disinformation the way we regulate other forms of media malpractice.

New Impress Report Into Climate Change News Highlights Need To Boost Independent Regulation - Impress A new report has highlighted the need for further policy work on how climate change information is reported and regulated.

Today is #EarthDay - a day dedicated to environmental protection 🌍

But how can we ensure the public receives accurate climate change news? 🤔

That is the question we tackle in our new research report, in collaboration with @uofglasgow.bsky.social!

Find out more 👉 bit.ly/43OnXlv

AI Revolution in News: Ethics, Risks & Opportunities Andrea Wills Chair, Impress Code Committee Veronica Gordon Founder of Our Version Media, Impress Code Committee Peter Jukes Co-founder and Chief Executive, Byline Times Tom Spencer Regulatory Executive, Impress Krishna Sood Assistant General Counsel, Microsoft Copilot Matthew Eltringham, Senior Advisor on Editorial Policy, BBC

🔥 We are DELIGHTED to confirm our fantastic line-up of speakers for our upcoming webinar AI Revolution in News: Ethics, Risks and Opportunities!

There is still time to book your free place for the webinar on April 29, 11AM - 12PM! Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3DZVoqJ

We're excited to welcome our CEO, @lexiekk.bsky.social, to Bluesky! 🎉

Lexie will be bringing her unique perspective on media innovation, ethical practices in our industry and reshaping media policy to meet the fast-changing demands of the digital era.

Follow along so you don't miss out! ✅

Register for the webinar: 'AI Revolution In News Webinar: Ethics, Risks and Opportunities' - Impress Join experts from the BBC, Microsoft and more to discuss the use of AI in newsrooms and new best-practice guidance from Impress!

🚨 Join us! The AI Revolution In News Webinar: Ethics, Risks and Opportunities - a free online webinar to launch new Impress best-practice guidance on Artificial Intelligence!

Find out more and register now! 👉 bit.ly/3DZVoqJ

Leila Hawkins: Want To Improve The News For Women? Include Them - Impress Co-founder of NADJA Leila Hawkins argues that the media needs greater representation of women in order to improve news coverage.

“We’re 51% of the population. Why aren’t we featured 51% of the time as the experts or as spokespeople?”

🗣️ We talked to NADJA co-founder Leila Hawkins about misogyny in the news and how publishers can improve their output!

Full Q&A 👉 bit.ly/4ij9DWm

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

Should journalists be trained in a trauma-first approach to cover stories relating to gender-based violence?

Find out more in our Q&A with Laura Nairn, a solicitor for
@justrightscot.bsky.social 👉 bit.ly/3XtLaFB

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

📰 Have you read our solicitor's interview with @impressorg.bsky.social?

Laura Nairn discusses:
🔹 Victim-blaming in reporting
🔹 Sensationalised coverage
🔹 The responsibility of journalists & publishers

📝 How these stories are reported matters - responsible journalism can drive change

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Clickbait, Victim-Blaming and Himpathy: How The News Impacts Violence Against Women - Impress To mark International Women's Day, Impress speaks to Solicitor Laura Nairn on how the media impacts violence against women.

"The way that cases are reported has a huge impact on the public’s perception of gender-based violence.”

🗣️ @justrightscot.bsky.social solicitor Laura Nairn explains how media portrayals of violence against women can impact victim-survivors.

More! 👉 bit.ly/3XtLaFB

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

Clickbait, Victim-Blaming and Himpathy: How The News Impacts Violence Against Women - Impress To mark International Women's Day, Impress speaks to Solicitor Laura Nairn on how the media impacts violence against women.

"The way that cases are reported has a huge impact on the public’s perception of gender-based violence.”

🗣️ @justrightscot.bsky.social solicitor Laura Nairn explains how media portrayals of violence against women can impact victim-survivors.

More! 👉 bit.ly/3XtLaFB

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

Welcome to Impress Local Authority!

Welcome to Impress, Local Authority! 🥳😍

Local Authority is an award-winning independent Medway news service covering local news, politics, culture, and the weirder side of the local towns.

Find out more about joining Impress! 👉 bit.ly/3QQa3Hj

Do you regularly find yourself despairing at the news? Are you fed up with being met by clickbait and inaccuracies?

Of course, publishers can do more. But you can also take steps to access news that is beneficial to you ✅

Find out more! 👉 bit.ly/3x2Z9aY