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Working to build an ethical media for all.

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👋 Hi there! We're the UK's only truly independent press regulator and an alternative dispute resolution provider!

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If the journalism industry and journalists want to rebuild trust, we need to listen to the public 🤝

And they want the news to be regulated by a truly independent regulator, a survey from
@yougov.co.uk and the @prpanel.bsky.social has found.

So, why not urge your favourite outlet to join us?
November 5, 2025 at 10:05 AM
The phone-hacking scandal showed what happens when the press neglects ethical practice and public interest journalism.

The repercussions continue to be felt today.

But we can change that 💪

Introducing the Better Media Fund 🚀

🔗 bit.ly/4pHznAa

#TheHack
October 2, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Feels a bit egregious to post about awards two days in a row, but I have just found out I was nominated for – and have won – an independent journalism award for my reporting following the Supreme Court decision in For Women Scotland for @wearequeeraf.com

Thank you!
September 26, 2025 at 8:41 AM
We are excited to be co-sponsoring this year's Bylines Festival! 🤩

Expect raw debate, powerful speakers, award-winning journalists, and unforgettable performances.

Book now at www.bylinefestival.com – Use code FESTIVALFRIEND for 20% off tickets.
June 30, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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In #LocalNews organisations across the UK there's plenty of conflicting opinion, understanding and uptake of #AI. I was with the @impressorg.bsky.social team in London yesterday, to discuss where we are and how journalists across the industry want to progress ethically with AI tools (if at all) 👇
June 25, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Proving our independence again ✅

Impress has once again been recognised as independent of all political and industry influence under Royal Charter after the latest cyclical review by the @prpanel.bsky.social.

Find out more! 👉 bit.ly/3TBPwbb
Impress Retains Independence Recognition After Latest PRP Review - Impress
Impress have once again been officially recognised as the UK's only independent press regulator under Royal Charter.
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June 19, 2025 at 10:24 AM
🚨 The inconvenient truth about social media age bans 🚨

Everyone's rushing to "protect" children by banning them from social media. Australia, Texas, Florida—it feels obvious, right?

But these bans might actually make the internet LESS safe for everyone. bit.ly/4kjpPYV
Beyond the ban: Why age restrictions alone won't fix social media's child safety problem
Bans may lead to more surveillance and behavioural monitoring as platforms seek to comply with age verification – reducing our rights and autonomy when operating online.
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May 30, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Catch the latest ‘Common Ground with Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana’ 📩

The most insidious forms of censorship don't arrive with dramatic book burnings, they creep in through bureaucratic whispers and financial pressures.

Read more! 👉 bit.ly/42YMFPp
The Subtle Art of Silencing: A Starter Pack on Modern Censorship Techniques
The most insidious forms of censorship don't arrive with loud proclamations or dramatic book burnings. Instead, they creep in through bureaucratic whispers, financial pressures, and systemic nudges.
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May 15, 2025 at 1:45 PM
📢 Excited to share "Common Ground with @lexiekk.bsky.social" - a weekly newsletter exploring the intersection of media, law, technology, and public interest.

First article, "Everyone wants to fight disinformation as long as they get to define it”, is live now!

Subscribe here ⬇️

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Everyone wants to fight disinformation as long as they get to define it
Most of our current fight against disinformation is focused on monitoring and exposing disinformation. This is not enough. Here's what I think we need to do to cut disinformation off at the source.
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May 8, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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Key takeaways from our AI in newsrooms best practice guidance, launching today

*Always use human editorial oversight
*NB Ai can generate inaccuracy
*Avoid depicting real people or events
*Be transparent with Ai use
*Disclose how you use Ai
*Avoid inputting confidential data

#AIjournalism
April 29, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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Matthew Eltringham, Senior Advisor, Editorial Policy

"The BBC takes a principles based approach to using Ai in journalism... bar a few exemptions we wouldn't use Ai to create content... We use Ai assistedly rather than directly"

#Aijounralism #Aiethics
April 29, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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Only 20% of the public are accessing regulated climate news--this means most people can't hold their news sources to account when they get the facts wrong or push irresponsible agendas
Today is #EarthDay - a day dedicated to environmental protection 🌍

But how can we ensure the public receives accurate climate change news? 🤔

That is the question we tackle in our new research report, in collaboration with @uofglasgow.bsky.social!

Find out more 👉 bit.ly/43OnXlv
New Impress Report Into Climate Change News Highlights Need To Boost Independent Regulation - Impress
A new report has highlighted the need for further policy work on how climate change information is reported and regulated.
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April 22, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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This report is just a first little step but glad to be one of the authors. Tldr we need to regulated climate disinformation the way we regulate other forms of media malpractice.
Today is #EarthDay - a day dedicated to environmental protection 🌍

But how can we ensure the public receives accurate climate change news? 🤔

That is the question we tackle in our new research report, in collaboration with @uofglasgow.bsky.social!

Find out more 👉 bit.ly/43OnXlv
New Impress Report Into Climate Change News Highlights Need To Boost Independent Regulation - Impress
A new report has highlighted the need for further policy work on how climate change information is reported and regulated.
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April 22, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Today is #EarthDay - a day dedicated to environmental protection 🌍

But how can we ensure the public receives accurate climate change news? 🤔

That is the question we tackle in our new research report, in collaboration with @uofglasgow.bsky.social!

Find out more 👉 bit.ly/43OnXlv
New Impress Report Into Climate Change News Highlights Need To Boost Independent Regulation - Impress
A new report has highlighted the need for further policy work on how climate change information is reported and regulated.
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April 22, 2025 at 8:40 AM
🔥 We are DELIGHTED to confirm our fantastic line-up of speakers for our upcoming webinar AI Revolution in News: Ethics, Risks and Opportunities!

There is still time to book your free place for the webinar on April 29, 11AM - 12PM! Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3DZVoqJ
April 15, 2025 at 9:58 AM
We're excited to welcome our CEO, @lexiekk.bsky.social, to Bluesky! 🎉

Lexie will be bringing her unique perspective on media innovation, ethical practices in our industry and reshaping media policy to meet the fast-changing demands of the digital era.

Follow along so you don't miss out! ✅
April 3, 2025 at 3:42 PM
🚨 Join us! The AI Revolution In News Webinar: Ethics, Risks and Opportunities - a free online webinar to launch new Impress best-practice guidance on Artificial Intelligence!

Find out more and register now! 👉 bit.ly/3DZVoqJ
Register for the webinar: 'AI Revolution In News Webinar: Ethics, Risks and Opportunities' - Impress
Join experts from the BBC, Microsoft and more to discuss the use of AI in newsrooms and new best-practice guidance from Impress!
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April 3, 2025 at 10:37 AM
“We’re 51% of the population. Why aren’t we featured 51% of the time as the experts or as spokespeople?”

🗣️ We talked to NADJA co-founder Leila Hawkins about misogyny in the news and how publishers can improve their output!

Full Q&A 👉 bit.ly/4ij9DWm

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction
Leila Hawkins: Want To Improve The News For Women? Include Them - Impress
Co-founder of NADJA Leila Hawkins argues that the media needs greater representation of women in order to improve news coverage.
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March 12, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Should journalists be trained in a trauma-first approach to cover stories relating to gender-based violence?

Find out more in our Q&A with Laura Nairn, a solicitor for
@justrightscot.bsky.social 👉 bit.ly/3XtLaFB

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction
March 11, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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📰 Have you read our solicitor's interview with @impressorg.bsky.social?

Laura Nairn discusses:
🔹 Victim-blaming in reporting
🔹 Sensationalised coverage
🔹 The responsibility of journalists & publishers

📝 How these stories are reported matters - responsible journalism can drive change

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"The way that cases are reported has a huge impact on the public’s perception of gender-based violence.”

🗣️ @justrightscot.bsky.social solicitor Laura Nairn explains how media portrayals of violence against women can impact victim-survivors.

More! 👉 bit.ly/3XtLaFB

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction
Clickbait, Victim-Blaming and Himpathy: How The News Impacts Violence Against Women - Impress
To mark International Women's Day, Impress speaks to Solicitor Laura Nairn on how the media impacts violence against women.
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March 10, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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"The way that cases are reported has a huge impact on the public’s perception of gender-based violence.”

🗣️ @justrightscot.bsky.social solicitor Laura Nairn explains how media portrayals of violence against women can impact victim-survivors.

More! 👉 bit.ly/3XtLaFB

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction
Clickbait, Victim-Blaming and Himpathy: How The News Impacts Violence Against Women - Impress
To mark International Women's Day, Impress speaks to Solicitor Laura Nairn on how the media impacts violence against women.
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March 6, 2025 at 9:29 AM
"The way that cases are reported has a huge impact on the public’s perception of gender-based violence.”

🗣️ @justrightscot.bsky.social solicitor Laura Nairn explains how media portrayals of violence against women can impact victim-survivors.

More! 👉 bit.ly/3XtLaFB

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction
Clickbait, Victim-Blaming and Himpathy: How The News Impacts Violence Against Women - Impress
To mark International Women's Day, Impress speaks to Solicitor Laura Nairn on how the media impacts violence against women.
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March 6, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Welcome to Impress, Local Authority! 🥳😍

Local Authority is an award-winning independent Medway news service covering local news, politics, culture, and the weirder side of the local towns.

Find out more about joining Impress! 👉 bit.ly/3QQa3Hj
March 5, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Do you regularly find yourself despairing at the news? Are you fed up with being met by clickbait and inaccuracies?

Of course, publishers can do more. But you can also take steps to access news that is beneficial to you ✅

Find out more! 👉 bit.ly/3x2Z9aY
March 3, 2025 at 9:36 AM
🗣️ "They already have the answers, we just need to listen."

Our latest Impress Insights newsletter, looking at the benefits of community-led journalism with Shirish Kulkarni, is now available to read online!

Check it out 👉 bit.ly/3X3Fcem
Impress Insights: What Do Marginalised Communities Want From Journalism? Just Ask Them - Impress
A new report into community-led journalism has revealed how the industry can build bridges with marginalised communities in the UK.
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February 20, 2025 at 10:25 AM