National Union of Journalists

The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) is a trade union representing journalists in the UK and Ireland. It advocates for its members' rights, including fair pay and safe working conditions. The NUJ is currently newsworthy due to its involvement in recent industrial action. Specifically, the union, alongside Bectu, has targeted STV's election reporting with strike action over a company-wide pay freeze, impacting coverage of Scotland's election counts. Furthermore, a recent study highlighted that a significant portion of UK journalists, many of whom are likely NUJ members, are self-censoring their reporting on sensitive topics like right-wing protests, Donald Trump's administration, and trans issues due to safety concerns. This indicates the NUJ's ongoing relevance in addressing the challenges faced by journalists, from economic disputes to personal safety in the profession.