Journalists urged to use new edition of McNae’s to challenge court decisions on reporting restrictions
Journalists, lawyers and educators came together to celebrate the launch of the 27th edition of McNae's Essential Law for Journalists.
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Apprentice wins TS Murray award for top NQJ marks
The TS Murray award carries a £500 prize and is presented annually to the top-performing NQJ candidate employed by a news publisher in Scotland.
Community News Project reporters giving communities a voice amid coronavirus pandemic
Community News Project reporters have been rising to the challenge to give their communities a voice amid the coronavirus pandemic.
How the Journalism Diversity Fund kick-started my career – Yusuf Khan, Wall Street Journal
"The JDF provides a real gateway into journalism for people coming from non-traditional backgrounds, and it’s an organisation I’m thankful to have been a part of."
NCTJ coronavirus contingency plan update 24 March
The NCTJ has considered the revised guidance issued by the government on 23 March and has taken the decision to postpone all diploma exams in April 2020, including shorthand exams and in-office national sittings.
Update: coronavirus contingency plan
The NCTJ has considered the revised guidance issued by the government on 18 March relating to the COVID-19 pandemic and we have updated our contingency plan.
Update: NCTJ coronavirus contingency plan
The NCTJ has considered the revised guidance issued by the government on 16 March relating to the COVID-19 outbreak and as such has updated its contingency plan.
JDF 15th anniversary: Q&A with April Roach
"As a local journalist I can't help but recommend local newspapers as a stepping stone into the world of media. They're a great training ground and will get you immediately working on using your investigative and news sourcing skills."
NCTJ coronavirus contingency plan
We appreciate that candidates and centres will be concerned about the possible impact of the recent coronavirus outbreak on their NCTJ exams, especially as we enter our busy exams season.
Inspiring female journalism trainers recognised by NCTJ students for International Women’s Day
Outstanding and inspiring women involved in delivering journalism training are being honoured by the NCTJ to mark International Women’s Day.
National Careers Week: Ollie Lewis
"If you are really passionate about being a journalist, get out there and do it. Put yourself out there and give it a go, it’s not going to come to you. I would love to do my NCTJ course all over again."
