News Media

Best Practice in Publishing

Returning to growth

Where is the growth opportunity for today’s publishers? Douglas McCabe tracks how the commercial model has evolved over the past fifty years and examines whether a better understanding of what online audiences want, will help drive future growth.

News media

We asked Chris Sherrard, editor-in-chief of The Irish News, what does best practice publishing look like in news media? This is what he said…

Stand and deliver!

After years of resisting paywalls, Reach is now launching them across its titles. But David Higgerson, Reach’s chief content officer, carefully avoided the word ‘U-turn’ when interviewed by Steve Dyson.

Change before charge

It’s one thing to think that readers should pay for your journalism, but the reality is that unless you improve your offering, then you will struggle to start charging for it, as DC Thomson Editor-in-Chief Frank O’Donnell tells Ciar Byrne.

Ditching the generic

How can you edit a regional newspaper when you never visit the area you’re writing about? By filling it with generic content, an approach that National World’s David Montgomery, the new owner of JPI Media, is rapidly doing away with.

The Observer’s premium future

Ray Snoddy talks to Co-CEO Rich Furness about the thinking behind Tortoise Media’s acquisition of the world’s oldest Sunday newspaper and about their plans for its future.

Opportunities & Threats: National News Media

What’s the outlook for national news media in 2024? Christian Broughton, CEO of The Independent, looks ahead.

OUT & ABOUT WITH ALAN GEERE

Breathing new life into local media

There is a new generation of entrepreneurs launching local media businesses, bringing with them new ideas on business models and funding. Phil Clark looks at some of the stand-out examples.

OPINION

We Need Trusted News Brands Now More Than Ever

With Meta backing away from ‘news’ and AI accelerating the growth of disinformation, we need to redouble our efforts to safeguard access to quality journalism, says News Media Association Chief Executive Owen Meredith.

Weekly does it

East Lothian is not just the best place to live – it has the best newsbrand too. Alan Geere heads over the border to find out what’s happening in the world of Scottish weeklies.

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Local press: don’t sound the death knell yet

Are reports of the death of the local press greatly exaggerated? Yes, if Archant’s Matt Kelly has his way, writes Meg Carter.

By Meg Carter | 20/10/2020

Be careful what you wish for

Pressure is mounting on regulators to impose greater controls on media – and social platforms. But a rushed or over-simplistic response could pose an even greater risk, writes Meg Carter.

By Meg Carter | 20/10/2020

The regional press in 2022

This once-in-a-lifetime pandemic has put incredible pressure on the publishing sector. What will the regional press look like when it’s all over? With the help of some leading industry figures, Peter Sands indulges in some crystal ball gazing.

By Peter Sands | 20/10/2020

AOP Digital Publishing Awards 2020 – winners announced

The Association for Online Publishing showcased the digital publishing industry’s top talent in the virtual debut of its annual awards ceremony last Thursday.

19/10/2020

Mapcreator partners with Reuters to provide customisable mapping tools for U.S. election live data

Mapcreator has announced a new partnership with Reuters to allow users of the Mapcreator tool to subscribe to Reuters live U.S. election data feed.

16/10/2020

Geraldine Allinson receives OBE for services to local media

News Media Association board member Geraldine Allinson has been recognised for her contribution to local media in the Queen's Birthday Honours list this year.

16/10/2020

ABC chief executive elected president of IFABC

Simon Redlich, ABC’s Chief Executive, has been appointed as the new global President of the International Federation of Audit Bureaux of Certification.

16/10/2020

Is your media pack fit for purpose?

Is your media pack a help or a hindrance? It’s a key document that is, too often, poorly presented and out of date. Spread the Word Media’s Martin Maynard tells us what you can do to make sure yours shows your brand in the best possible light.

By Martin Maynard | 15/10/2020

Atex delivers ‘Tomorrow’ today

Now at newsstands and online is Domani, the new Italian national newspaper founded by Carlo De Benedetti and helmed by Stefano Feltri and managed by Atex.

15/10/2020

The i and Sunday Times win at London Press Club Awards

The London Press Club announced the winners of its annual awards via a virtual ceremony this week.

15/10/2020

Oxford independent newspaper wins Student Publication Award

An independent Oxford University newspaper has been awarded the Society of Editors-sponsored award for Best Newcomer at the Student Publication Association’s Awards.

15/10/2020

Readly expands portfolio of UK newspapers

Readly has expanded its portfolio of national newspapers with the addition of four UK newspapers to its platform from Reach plc.

15/10/2020