Reporter barred from meeting to stop councillor being ’embarrassed’
Local democracy journalist slams exclusion from hearing
Local journalists across the UK are striking blows for press freedom on a daily basis, whether by challenging wrongly-imposed reporting restrictions in court cases, tabling freedom of information requests to public bodies, or generally seeking to uncover information about how we are governed.
On this page you will find an index of all the stories we have carried about regional press newspapers, websites and journalists who have stood up for the public’s right to know.
Local democracy journalist slams exclusion from hearing
Society warns “threats and censorship” will not beat problem
Hyperlocal publication hits back at remarks
Press and police join new ministerial committee
MP hit out at daily over coronavirus story
Regional political journalist also has say on plans
Challenge made after anonymity order granted
News chief vows further action to tackle problem
Minister “shocked” by attacks on journalist
Journalist given police escort after being soaked with beer
Award-winner to file complaint to police
Support for newspaper received from around the world
Journalist hits back at “absolute savages” issuing abuse
UK-wide support has “reinforced our resolve”, says editor
Authority also criticised over lack of press access to meetings
Denial comes after newspapers’ joint stand against intimidation