Protecting the freedom of the news media

The Society of Editors has nearly 400 members - they are as different as the publications, programmes and websites they create and the communities and audiences they serve.
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May 18, 2022

Wealthy individuals attempting to “avoid scrutiny and public criticism” through use of SLAPPs, says SoE

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May 17, 2022

Newsrooms must constantly innovate to secure their future, says BBC’s Ros Atkins

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May 11, 2022

Christina Lamb OBE honoured with Outstanding Contribution to Journalism Award

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Supporting and promoting campaigns

From #CrisisinOurCourts and #HandsOffFOI the Society supports, promotes and at times champions campaigns that are in line with our objectives

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OUR VALUES

All of our members share the same core values

We believe these values give the society the integrity and authority to influence debate on press and broadcasting freedom, ethics and the culture and business of news media.

The universal right to freedom of expression
The importance of the vitality of the news media in a democratic society
The promotion of press and broadcasting freedom and the public’s right to know
The commitment to high editorial standards
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