NCTJ secures expert industry judges for 2026 Awards for Excellence
Expert industry judges have been secured for the NCTJ's 2026 Awards for Excellence, the deadline for which is 11.59pm on 12 November.
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Recipients of 2026 specialist Journalism Diversity Fund bursaries revealed
The winners of this year’s specialist Journalism Diversity Fund bursaries have been revealed. The NCTJ congratulated the three successful aspiring journalists at its Inclusion in Journalism conference at Sky today (6 November). The annual…
Next generation of talented journalists celebrated at NCTJ Awards for Excellence
The next generation of journalists was recognised at the NCTJ Awards for Excellence, sponsored by Reuters, held at Brighton Dome on Tuesday, 24 March. Hannah Wilkes, presenter at Sky Sports News, hosted the ceremony. She said: “In a period of profound…
How I introduced primary school children to the world of journalism
Last month, I had the pleasure of speaking at an ‘Aspirations Day’ careers event at Margaret Wix primary school in St Albans as part of my role as an NCTJ ambassador. The event brought together a wide variety of professionals…
NCTJ welcomes Local Media Strategy and Media Literacy Action Plan but urges investment in training pathways
The NCTJ has welcomed the publication of the government’s Local Media Strategy and Media Literacy Action Plan, which aim to support the sustainability of local journalism and improve media literacy across the UK. The government has highlighted that access to…
New campaign from the NCTJ seeks to increase number of Gen Z journalists
Research commissioned by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) showed declining youth interest in the profession.
Sky Sports News presenter Hannah Wilkes to present NCTJ Awards for Excellence
Sky Sports News presenter and NCTJ alumna Hannah Wilkes will present this year’s NCTJ Awards for Excellence, taking place on Tuesday, 24 March at the Brighton Dome. Her involvement comes as the NCTJ announces it…
Journalism training returns to Kent as KMTV gains NCTJ accreditation
The NCTJ is pleased to welcome KMTV as an accredited course provider, bringing the NCTJ Diploma in Journalism back to Kent. KMTV’s “Year in Journalism” newly accredited course will be available to students from September, offering a full-time, in-person programme…
Government approves funding for level 6 journalist apprenticeship following NCTJ escalation
The government has confirmed a £14,000 funding band for the revised Level 6 Journalist Apprenticeship Standard, following NCTJ escalation over a delay of nearly nine months that had stalled recruitment and created uncertainty for employers and trainees. In a…
“You never know what will land in your lap”: Emily Gray on her first year in the Community News Project
Community news reporter Emily Gray has marked her first year at the Newcastle Chronicle with a record month for online engagement, a growing portfolio of human-interest stories and increasing responsibility in the newsroom. Emily joined the Chronicle as a Community…
NCTJ connects with students to discuss training, assessments and the future of journalism
Around 50 student representatives from NCTJ-accredited courses across the UK came together at the Financial Times in London today for the NCTJ Student Council. The Student Council brings together students and apprentices elected by their peers to represent the views…
