Inspectors kept in the dark about covert spying operations on journalists
The NUJ has condemned the failure of the Northern Ireland police to disclose two covert surveillance operations against journalists to the UK’s independent surveillance watchdog, in breach of their statutory obligations...
A proud celebration of inclusivity and solidarity
'We're Still Here' was the message from the 139th Durham Miners’ Gala held on 12 July as tens of thousands defied the heat and marched in solidarity through the city as temperatures soared into the upper 20 degrees C. The heat and strong sun failed to deter the...
Journalists reveal the ‘climate of fear’ in Northern Ireland
A report by Amnesty International published on 3 May warns that Northern Ireland is the most dangerous place in the UK to work as a journalist. They frequently face attacks, death and rape threats from paramilitary and organised crime groups that act with impunity:...