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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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Journalists, lawyers and educators came together to celebrate the launch of the 27th edition of McNae's Essential Law for Journalists.
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.
In light of the recent coronavirus outbreak, the NCTJ is committed to ensuring the safety of its stakeholders.
"My NCTJ training is the most practical training I've ever received. Everything I learned on this course has helped me in my journalistic role."
"Being able to share the experiences of people from all walks of life is a real responsibility and privilege, and helps me to learn new things every day."
"Don't be afraid to be keen as journalism is an industry that is truly what you make of it."
"With news you can always start with a plan but inevitably something will change throughout the day!"
As the Journalism Diversity Fund (JDF) reaches its 15th year, the NCTJ has set its sights on raising the annual value of the fund to half a million pounds.
"I took part in a journalism apprenticeship as part of my training with the Eastern Daily Press in 2018-19."
"Our apprentices play a key role in our newsrooms working closely with colleagues to help produce great community journalism stories."
"I have always enjoyed talking to people and finding out about their personal stories."