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Impress launch ‘Creating Ethical Media and Journalism’ course
Impress, the UK’s only independent press regulator, launched their new ethical journalism course today (15 October). Built in collaboration with the University of Huddersfield, Creating Ethical Media and Journalism has also received accreditation from the CPD Certification Service , meaning participants know they will receive professional development of the highest possible standard and receive a qualification for their work. Featuring more than 40 hours of content, Creating

Independent Media Association
5 days ago
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Google’s stranglehold on Discover, Gemini, and YouTube threatens the survival of independent UK publishers
Google’s stranglehold on Discover, Gemini, and YouTube threatens the survival of independent UK publishers. Here’s how. 1. Google...

Independent Media Association
Oct 9
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The Hacking Scandal: why independent press regulation is important
In 2011, the UK was rocked by a scandal that still echoes through our newsrooms. The News of the World was found to have hacked the...

Independent Media Association
Oct 8
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Turning News into Action: Engaging Gen Z and Millennials Locally
By: Yara El Murr (managing editor) and Anita Li (publisher) It’s undeniable that the public — especially Gen Zs and Millennials — are...

Independent Media Association
Sep 24
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Google Discover now makes up two-thirds of search traffic
Since its rebranding and relaunch in 2018, publishers have increasingly relied on referrals from Google Discover, which is accessible...

Independent Media Association
Sep 17
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Authentic AF: Real Talk for Real Creators
Regulation is changing – how will you meet legal requirements, while maintaining brand safety and audience trust? How can you prevent...

Independent Media Association
Aug 27
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Take control of your publishing platforms and talk directly to your audience
Independent media publishers struggle to connect with their audiences online. Social media platforms, which were once thought to be open...

Independent Media Association
Jul 30
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Our joint submission on Google's strategic market status: A call for fairness in digital journalism
We have responded to an invitation from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to comment on their proposal decision to designate...

Independent Media Association
Jul 23
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Who’s who? The groups championing independent media in the UK
In December last year, a report commissioned by the Democracy Fund  examined journalism support organisations in the US. The report...

Independent Media Association
Jul 16
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Google's AI Overviews pose a threat to independent journalism - Here's what we're doing about it
On 27 May 2025, Foxglove, Prospect Magazine, and the Independent Publishers Alliance filed a formal complaint to the Competition and...

Independent Media Association
Jul 9
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What is collective bargaining? Plus, other key terms explained
As we begin forming our collective bargaining coalition, we’ll be using various terms and concepts that may be new to some. We have made...

Independent Media Association
Jun 11
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Why civil society should champion independent media in the UK
TLDR; Independent media reaches active, engaged audiences that help achieve real impact. You shouldn’t fund or support media...

Independent Media Association
Apr 30
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Brazil: Reporters Without Borders takes a stand against Big Tech
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way we gather information, and its impact was a hot topic at November’s G20 Summit in Rio...

Independent Media Association
Apr 25
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IMA members agree to collectively bargain with Big Tech
IMA members have agreed to form a coalition with other media associations to collectively negotiate with Big Tech under the Digital...

Independent Media Association
Apr 23
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Joint submission to Strategic Market Status Investigation into Google’s General Search and Search Advertising Services
This is the joint submission by Impress, the Independent Media Association and the Media Reform Coalition in response to the Digital...

Independent Media Association
Mar 26
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UK's new DMCC Act lets publishers challenge Big Tech head on
TLDR: A coalition of media publishers is forming to negotiate with Google, do you want to be a part of it? Various professional media...

Independent Media Association
Mar 20
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Statement on BBC local websites row
An opinion piece co-authored by six senior editorial executives in corporate regional media was carried in numerous local titles yesterday,

Independent Media Association
Dec 6, 2023
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Who owns the UK Media?
New research identifies excessive levels of media concentration in UK's newspapers, TV, radio and online media sectors

Independent Media Association
Oct 30, 2023
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IMA Statement on the Targeting of Journalists in the Israel-Gaza Conflict
The Independent Media Association (IMA) strongly condemns the ongoing attacks on journalists and media outlets by Israeli forces in the Isra

Independent Media Association
Oct 17, 2023
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A clear shift towards commercial radio
Once again, this is a reminder of how extensive reach can be through radio.

Independent Media Association
Sep 5, 2023
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