As with the banking system, Des Freedman argues that Britain needs to shake up the way its media works as a whole: nothing less can tackle the unaccountable power of the industry giants. … [Read more...]
Leveson’s best cure is to limit the power of media empires
This piece, by Ricken Patel of Avaaz, originally appeared in the Guardian. Like Media Reform, Avaaz wants to see strong ownership controls to ensure a plural and free press working in the public interest. It is republished with permission and thanks. … [Read more...]
Lobby FAQs
In October, the Media Reform Coalition, Avaaz and the NUJ joined forces to plan a lobby of Parliament on media reform. After months of waiting, Leveson has finally announced when he'll be releasing his report - and he's chosen 1.30pm on Thursday Nov 29th, the exact moment we've been planning to lobby our MPs. … [Read more...]
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