UK journalists ‘self-censoring stories about Trump and the right over safety fears’
A government-backed investigation in the UK reveals that journalists are increasingly self-censoring their work on sensitive topics like right-wing politics and trans issues due to safety concerns. The report highlights a culture of normalized abuse and intimidation, particularly affecting female reporters.
Investigators found a widespread belief that abuse linked to reporting had increased, especially online. Composite: PA Images/Guardian Design / Alamy Investigators found a widespread belief that abuse linked to reporting had increased, especially online. Composite: PA Images/Guardian Design / Alamy Journalist safety UK journalists ‘self-censoring stories about Trump and the right over safety fears’ Government-backed investigation finds risks are normalised amid ‘a narrowing of the public conversation’
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