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News in brief

News in brief includes NI Media Awards, and a new signing at the Bournemouth Echo

Scottish titles team up for recruitment

A new recruitment website powered by some of Scotland’s biggest newspaper titles has gone online. scotcareers.co.uk will enable thousands of users to find their dream job at the click of a mouse. The new site will feature a wide range

Cancer claims life of editor

Friends and colleagues have paid tribute to Ayrshire Post editor Jim Robb, who has lost his battle with cancer. The 54-year-old was an experienced and well-respected journalist who colleagues have described as a “true professional”. Jim enjoyed a long and

News in brief

A high-powered delegation from Merseyside has met Government ministers to press for action in response to the Daily Post’s Fight for a Flight Campaign.The paper wants landing slots for Liverpool flights from Heathrow or Gatwick, and the exemption of Liverpool-London

Retirement for print stalwart

The man in charge of printing the Dumfries and Galloway Standard has decided to call it a day. John Paterson, who has spent more than 50 years in the print industry, is retiring from his position as works manager for