Government gives green light to network’s continuation
DCMS
What we have written about DCMS
Ministers trial scheme to bring more Government ads to digital-only local titles
Changes to pubic notice system ruled out
Media Minister backs public notice cash for digital-only titles
MPs told idea “worth looking into with greater detail”
MPs blasted over local press mimicry during Commons journalism inquiry
Councils also told they have “no right” to compete with local press
Regional daily editor tells MPs page views are ‘not a dirty word’
Payment models debated at journalism inquiry
Publishers to get right of appeal before social networks remove stories
Government reveals plan to help news organisations
BBC boss rules out local democracy reporters moving into courts
But director backs continuation of scheme
‘Business skills should be part of journalism training’, MPs told
Call for topics such as fundraising and revenue streams to be taught
MPs urged to help small publishers fight tech giants amid title closure warning
Trade body chief shares fears over inaction
Publisher plots ‘ambitious’ bid to axe LDRS and create 1,750 local news jobs
£50m plan would employ reporters around UK
Bid to fund 70 local news jobs revealed amid NCTJ fears over candidate quality
Government urged to invest £2m in scheme
Plan to increase regional press ‘bargaining power’ unveiled by ministers
Government confirms legislation to help monetise content
BBC urged to broadcast regional publishers’ podcasts on its websites
Press chiefs believe move would help local journalism
Journalists demand £100m bonanza to help independent local titles thrive
Hyperlocals call on ministers to invest in sector
Journalists given extra time to share experience of threats and abuse
Government survey deadline extended
‘Work with me to win more cash for local press’, editor urges Dorries
News chief makes column offer to Culture Secretary