We’re adjusting our research questions, priorities and products. Joe Mitchell outlines our thinking - and wants to hear from you. PINF believes that everyone in the UK should benefit from public interest news that speaks to them, for them and with them. This statement inspires several questions: What exactly is
Jonathan Heawood discusses PINF's recently announced Local News Commission, designed to bring fresh perspectives into tackling the crisis facing local news in the UK and making it a priority for the incoming government. How can we encourage the next government to address the local news crisis? This is
Sameer Padania announces the Local News Fund for Newry, a response to the existential threat that economic pressures and digital transformations have brought to local news outlets. Local news is a lifeline for communities, connecting individuals, and fostering active citizenship. Yet, in the face of economic challenges and evolving media
Jonathan Heawood reflects on an invigorating five days at the International Journalism Festival 2024 in Perugia, Italy. I love many things about my job. Working with creative and courageous news providers. Talking to funders and policymakers about the value of journalism. Following the latest research into the sector. The list