Author Description
Product Description Undergraduate journalism students studying public affairs and law for journalists. About the Author Mark Hanna is Senior Lecturer and Chair of the NCTJ Media Law Examinations Board at the University of Sheffield. Mike Dodd is Legal Editor, Press Association and member of the NCTJ Media Law Examinations Board. James Morrison is Reader in Journalism at Robert Gordon University.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This two-volume set serves as a comprehensive guide to the legal and regulatory frameworks governing public affairs reporting for journalism students. The authors, Mark Hanna, Mike Dodd, and James Morrison, leverage their extensive experience as educators and legal experts within the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) to provide a structured pedagogical approach. The text synthesizes complex legal statutes and ethical standards into a practical framework for aspiring reporters navigating the intersection of media and law.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed analysis of media law and public affairs reporting standards
- Examination of legal constraints and ethical responsibilities for journalists
- Practical guidance for navigating court reporting and government transparency
Scope Limits
- Does not cover international media law outside of the UK jurisdiction
- Excludes advanced investigative techniques not related to legal compliance
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators recognize this set as a foundational resource for students preparing for NCTJ examinations. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is tailored specifically for those requiring a rigorous understanding of media law in a professional context.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
2022-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN-10:
0192862553
ISBN-13:
9780192862556
Media Law
Public Affairs
Education
Journalism
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