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Dr Margaret Hughes
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Hopeful and honest (to a fault!).
Journalism Educator at University of the West of Scotland.
AJE UK committee member.
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💥TEASER💥

The New Statesman cover: JUST RAISE TAX!

Online tomorrow. On newsstands Thursday.

@newstatesman.com
July 1, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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DEADLINE TOMORROW! The AJE UK Summer Conference 2025 (June 26-27) in #Derby is on 'Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing world'. Call for papers deadline is Friday, May 9. Full details below ajeuk.org/call-for-pap...
Call for papers for AJE 2025 Summer Conference – ‘Celebrating Journalism’ – deadline extended to May 9
We are excited to announce the call for papers for our AJE Summer Conference 2025. Event: Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing w…
ajeuk.org
May 8, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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Want to spend some weeks this summer working with the Carbon Brief team?

We've opened up our annual internship scheme again for applications!
Vacancy: Three-week summer journalism internship at Carbon Brief

Carbon Brief is offering an exciting opportunity for students, or recent graduates, to work with the team for three weeks this summer.

Deadline: 02 June, 9AM BST

Apply here ➡️ buff.ly/ypeV1mr
Vacancy: Three-week summer journalism internship at Carbon Brief - Carbon Brief
Carbon Brief is offering an exciting opportunity for students, or recent graduates, to work with the team for three weeks this summer.
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May 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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FINAL REMINDER! Join us tomorrow (Fri, May 2) for our free, online event: '101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding' with @psuaffleck.bsky.social, @ivorgaber.bsky.social, @imkehenkel.bsky.social and Robert (Ted) Gutsche. Full details here: ajeuk.org/register-now...
Register now for AJE UK spring event: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding
We are excited to announce details for a special AJE event being held this spring. Event: AJE UK: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding Date and time: Friday, Ma…
ajeuk.org
May 1, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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CALL FOR PAPERS REMINDER: The AJE UK Summer Conference 2025 (June 26-27) in #Derby is on 'Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing world'. Call for papers deadline is next week (May 1). Full details below ajeuk.org/call-for-pap...
Call for papers for AJE 2025 Summer Conference – ‘Celebrating Journalism’
We are excited to announce the call for papers for our AJE Summer Conference 2025. Event: Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing w…
ajeuk.org
April 25, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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EVENT REMINDER! Join us on May 2 for our free, online event: '101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding' with @psuaffleck.bsky.social, @ivorgaber.bsky.social, @imkehenkel.bsky.social and Robert (Ted) Gutsche. Full details and how to register here: ajeuk.org/register-now...
Register now for AJE UK spring event: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding
We are excited to announce details for a special AJE event being held this spring. Event: AJE UK: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding Date and time: Friday, Ma…
ajeuk.org
April 16, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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📢 Truth Tellers is back!
On 7th May, the Sir Harry Evans Investigative Journalism Summit returns, hosted by @reuters.com @durhamuniversity.bsky.social & Tina Brown CBE. Honouring Sir Harry Evans, the Summit champions fearless investigative reporting.
📺Livestream: sirharrysummit.org
March 12, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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CALL FOR PAPERS REMINDER: The AJE UK Summer Conference 2025 (June 26-27) in #Derby is on 'Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing world'. Call for papers deadline: May 1. Full details below #AJEUK #AJE2025 ajeuk.org/call-for-pap...
Call for papers for AJE 2025 Summer Conference – ‘Celebrating Journalism’
We are excited to announce the call for papers for our AJE Summer Conference 2025. Event: Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing w…
ajeuk.org
April 11, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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🗞️ If you're looking to break into the newsroom, @TheEconomist is looking for three Audience Fellows to work across their 22 newsletters. You'll be creating articles, podcasts and videos across all their sections for £28,700pa – deadline 15/04/2025 👇
The Economist - Audience Fellows
£28,700 pro rata
www.journoresources.org.uk
April 4, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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We're very excited to announce a new spring event! Join us for '101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding' with @psuaffleck.bsky.social, @ivorgaber.bsky.social, @imkehenkel.bsky.social and Robert (Ted) Gutsche. Details and register here: ajeuk.org/register-now...
Register now for AJE UK spring event: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding
We are excited to announce details for a special AJE event being held this spring. Event: AJE UK: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding Date and time: Friday, Ma…
ajeuk.org
April 2, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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🚨 We're looking for senior journalist to lead our weekend political and news coverage. Rare chance to join best team in Westminster 👇

workforus.theguardian.com/jobs/630
The Guardian :: Senior News Reporter
workforus.theguardian.com
March 31, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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REMINDER! Join senior environment editor Anna Turns from The Conversation UK (@uk.theconversation.com) for a free webinar on Mar 21: 'Republish the planet', a journalist’s quick guide to using free environment stories by academic experts. Find out more: ajeuk.org/the-conversa...
Booking now open for free webinar -The Conversation UK hosts ‘Republish the planet’ event
When: Friday, March 21Time: 14.00-15.00 GMTRegistration: Free. Please register via Eventbrite to receive a Zoom link Summary: The Conversation’s senior environment editor, Anna Turns, is running a …
ajeuk.org
March 12, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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🏠Looking for your summer internship? Apply now to spend four weeks with IBP and get a taste of trade media and PR with a structured programme and great networking opportunities – deadline 28/03/25🔗
IBP Summer Internship Scheme 2025 - Journo Resources
Want To Kick Start Your Career By Gaining Vital Experience In The Workplace?
buff.ly
March 10, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Happy International Women’s Day ✊🏻❤️
#internationalwomensday
March 8, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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CALL FOR PAPERS ALERT: The AJE UK Summer Conference 2025 (June 26-27) is on 'Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing world'. Call for papers deadline: May 1. Full details below #AJEUK #AJE2025 ajeuk.org/call-for-pap...
Call for papers for AJE 2025 Summer Conference – ‘Celebrating Journalism’
We are excited to announce the call for papers for our AJE Summer Conference 2025. Event: Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing w…
ajeuk.org
March 6, 2025 at 12:21 PM
#SlavaUkraini
Supporting Ukraine at the #windowwanderland in Strathbungo, #Glasgow

@ZelenskyyUa
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March 1, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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Here I react to the shameful encounter between American leaders and media and the Ukrainian president. No doubt there were more, but I saw five failures on our side: of hospitality, decency, democracy, strategy, and independence. Please watch and share.
snyder.substack.com/p/five-failu...
Five Failures in the Oval Office (video)
America hurt itself badly today.
snyder.substack.com
February 28, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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We're looking forward to this! Join senior environment editor Anna Turns from The Conversation UK (@uk.theconversation.com) for a free webinar on Mar 21: 'Republish the planet', a journalist’s quick guide to using free environment stories by academic experts. Find out more: ajeuk.org/the-conversa...
Booking now open for free webinar -The Conversation UK hosts ‘Republish the planet’ event
When: Friday, March 21Time: 14.00-15.00 GMTRegistration: Free. Please register via Eventbrite to receive a Zoom link Summary: The Conversation’s senior environment editor, Anna Turns, is running a …
ajeuk.org
February 19, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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Ever thought "GEE WIZZ" I'd love to work with those nice people at the News Agents

Well, GEE WIZZ- you're in luck.

We have a producer job available. Details via the link below.

www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/po...
Global hiring Podcast Producer – The News Agents in Greater London, England, United Kingdom | LinkedIn
Posted 1:35:23 PM. Accepting Applications Until4 March 2025Job DescriptionAt Global, we think big, work hard, and…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/podcast-producer-–-the-news-agents-at-global-4143187838/
February 4, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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IJNet’s new newsletter spotlights students’ reporting, offers tips for professional development, features opportunities for internships and more. Register for @IJNet's upcoming Forum session to learn more about this new resource:
https://buff.ly/40ngneq
January 28, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Today’s show was my last at CNN. My closing message: It’s never a good time to bow down to a tyrant… don’t give in to the lies. Don’t give in to fear. Hold on to the truth… and hope.
January 28, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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"As the son of a Cuban refugee, I took home the lesson … it is never a good time to bow down to a tyrant. I have always believed it’s the job of the press to hold power to account"

@jimacosta.bsky.social steps down from CNN on air
www.nytimes.com/2025/01/28/b...
Jim Acosta of CNN to Leave Network (Gift Article)
The network wanted to move Mr. Acosta to the midnight time slot, a backwater in cable television news.
www.nytimes.com
January 28, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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Been writing press releases & doing media interviews for my branch of UCU today.
A very grim, dark, emotional day at Cardiff University.
400 jobs to go.
Whole departments (including modern languages, nursing, music, religion, ancient history) to be axed.

www.bbc.com/news/article...
Cardiff: University confirms plans to cut 400 jobs - BBC News
Vice-chancellor Wendy Larner says "it is no longer an option for us to continue as we are".
www.bbc.com
January 28, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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Want to expand your network of women journalists? Apply now to our new program in Pakistan — which includes a study tour to the U.S.: https://buff.ly/3C61MM1
January 26, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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We’re hiring! Apply to be our Head of Operations (maternity cover)

Salary: £50-55k depending on experience
Contract: 12-month contract
Location: London (hybrid working)
Deadline: February 2

More info 👇
We’re hiring! Apply to be our Head of Operations (maternity cover)
www.thebureauinvestigates.com
January 16, 2025 at 4:10 PM