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Journalism Matters

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Bedford Independent’s live election coverage shortlisted for national media award

The Bedford Independent has been shortlisted for a prestigious Press Gazette Future of Media Award, recognising its commitment to delivering high-quality, ethical and accurate news...
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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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Why news is more than a headline: the importance of reading beyond the first line

In the age of push notifications, trending topics and scrolling social feeds, a headline is often the only part of a news story people see. But headlines are just that – headlines...
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From Kyiv to Bedford: Why local journalism matters

To mark World Press Freedom Day (3 May 2025), we are honoured to join other independent publications worldwide in publishing this piece from Olga Rudenko, of the Kyiv Independent...
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