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28 August 2026
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Media watchdog demands tougher standards for online press

The Press Recognition Panel has criticised a new government Green Paper, warning that plans to define trusted news online ignore weak regulation in the mainstream press...
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Bedford Independent investigation reveals £377,000 taxpayer bill under outdated public notice law

A Bedford Independent investigation reveals Bedford Borough Council spent £377,000 on public notices under outdated print laws, prompting calls for reform. The figures, released under the...
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Bedford Independent investigation reveals £377,000 taxpayer bill under outdated public notice law

A Bedford Independent investigation reveals Bedford Borough Council spent £377,000 on public notices under outdated print laws, prompting calls for reform. The figures, released under the...
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Why journalists ask tough questions and why democracy depends on it

Journalism isn’t about going easy on those in charge - it’s about asking what matters. In a functioning democracy, power must be scrutinised. Journalists are one of the few professions...
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Opinion isn’t fact: How responsible journalism separates fact-based news from opinion-based columns

In an age of endless headlines, hot takes, and social media shares, it can be easy to blur the line between news and opinion. But that line matters for a healthy democracy and responsible...
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The evolution of journalism: From print to digital, facts to formats

Journalism has undergone a seismic shift over the past few decades. From the era of daily print deadlines to the always-on pace of digital publishing, the tools and platforms have...
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Why press regulation matters: A guide to how UK journalism is held to account

Press regulation exists to protect both the public and journalists. In an age of misinformation and mistrust, it acts like a kite mark, signalling a commitment to ethical standards, transparency...
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