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Independent Media Association retweeted
The Canary will be closed for the foreseeable future.
As of today (Monday 19 October), the Canary will be closed indefinitely.
After multiple attacks this year, from Lloyds debanking us to former employees spreading malicious lies on social media, the situation has become unsustainable, both financially and operationally.
After 11 years, we take this action with deep sadness and regret. The extent of the lies, defamation, and harassment by ex-staff - coupled with the constant attacks by the state and those who’d see us destroyed - has become too much.
However, it is not over. This week, we will publish what really happened at the Canary and push back against the vicious campaign against our team and us.
We may be down, but we’re not out yet.
ALT The Canary will be closed for the foreseeable future. As of today (Monday 19 October), the Canary will be closed indefinitely. After multiple attacks this year, from Lloyds debanking us to former employees spreading malicious lies on social media, the situation has become unsustainable, both financially and operationally. After 11 years, we take this action with deep sadness and regret. The extent of the lies, defamation, and harassment by ex-staff - coupled with the constant attacks by the state and those who’d see us destroyed - has become too much. However, it is not over. This week, we will publish what really happened at the Canary and push back against the vicious campaign against our team and us. We may be down, but we’re not out yet.
Independent Media Association retweeted
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James Orr, Silence, and Sponsorship: Hungary Confirms End of Media Agreement with ‘Times Higher Education’
By Samantha Asumadu
Orr, the former Reform UK policy chief, praised the Hungarian Government led by Viktor Orbán as a 'counterexample to the ideology in my own country that rejects national pride'
Subscribe to support fearless independent journalism.
bylinetimes.com/2026/10/19/j…
Thinking about copywriting but not sure where to start? ✍️
@journoresources are running a session on turning your journalism skills into a freelance copywriting career, and landing your first clients.
📅 Wed 21 Oct, 5:30pm
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Independent Media Association retweeted
Our brazenly corrupt political/media culture distilled in 10s.
When most politicians watch this chummy crap or see Farage heading GB News for £££, they don't think "god, what an insult to democracy, journalism & the public's intelligence". They think "god, I wish that was me!"
Independent Media Association retweeted
A society open to all races need not accept practices that destroy or exploit the most vulnerable. Responsible criticism makes it possible to challenge harmful behaviour without confusing reasoned judgements with indiscriminate condemnation.
theprisma.co.uk/2026/10/19/p…
Independent Media Association retweeted
Skwawkbox is back - and needs your support urgently...
skwawkbox.org/2026/10/19/skw…
The New York Times, AFP, The Economist and The Atlantic have joined the SPUR Coalition, of which IMA is a proud member.
SPUR now has 80+ members across 20+ countries working to make sure publishers get a fair deal from AI 🤖
Read more: spurcoalition.org/updates/th…
Independent Media Association retweeted
Only the government could devise such an openly antagonising & ultimately dysfunctional funding model. They are sadistically obsessed with a ‘device linked’ licence, rather than making any serious case for public investment in British media
Independent Media Association retweeted
🐈🥬 iykyk
Yes, our new game has Larry the Cat. And a lettuce. And you get to be Prime Minister.
Well, you get to try, at least.
Think you can last 100 days?
game.bettercoalition.co.uk
Independent Media Association retweeted
Alborada's @pablonav1 has joined forces with
@CrispinShow to launch a new series looking at the struggles for power, political change and popular movements shaping Latin America.
Join us for episode 2. 🇻🇪 With @rodrigoac7, @Moncaro & @venanalysis.
alboradamedia.substack.com/p…
Independent Media Association retweeted
Alborada's @pablonav1 + @CrispinShow have launched a series looking at the struggles for power, political change + popular movements shaping Latin America.
Join us for episode 2 🇻🇪.
With @rodrigoac7, @Moncaro @venanalysis, @marxistJorge + others.
alboradamedia.substack.com/p….
Independent Media Association retweeted
Play Larry's Lodger: game.bettercoalition.co.uk
With Better! partners:
@TaxJusticeUK
@ima_press
@MakeVotesMatter
@hackinginquiry
@UnlockDemocracy
@mediareformUK
@Media__Rev
@CompInPolitics
Independent Media Association retweeted
"It felt like filming David taking on Goliath"
We speak to the producer of a new documentary charting one community's fightback against ecological disaster ahead of a special @FestOfDebate x @sheffdocfest screening this Monday.
✍️ Lucy Gavaghan
nowthenmagazine.com/articles…
Independent Media Association retweeted
We're hiring! The Leicester Gazette is looking for a freelance Graphic Designer to support our print edition.
Details and apply here: leicester.news/graphic-desig…
ALT Leicester Gazette: We're Hiring!
Independent Media Association retweeted
And this is *exactly* why we need independent journalism, folks. And the only hope of that is if people pay for it. This is not news, it's propaganda.
The CMA wants Google to show users a choice of search engines.
We back it in principle, but it must be judged on whether competition improves, and Google shouldn't decide which rivals appear.
Read our joint response with publisher bodies below:
ima.press/googles-search-cho…
Independent Media Association retweeted
Workers in higher education are fighting atomised struggles to save their jobs. A rank-and-file strategy is needed to unite them.
tribunemag.co.uk/2026/09/bri…
Independent Media Association retweeted
✊ Rally for Justice - with Hacked Off, Hillsborough Law Now - @NowHillsborough, Hugh Grant @HackedOffHugh and friends!
📅 Labour Conference, Mon 28th Sept - 6pm - 11pm
Celebrate the Labour Government's achievements on Hillsborough Law, call for the government to finish the job on press standards reform, and enjoy drinks and music into the night with key supporters!
Registration is open - tickets are free and available on eventbrite:
eventbrite.co.uk/e/hillsboro…
Please note the event could sell out quickly - and application is essential.
Incredible speakers, fantastic live music from @TheRagamuffins !!
Featuring: * Campaigners, survivors, Ministers and well-known supporters to address the rally on Hillsborough Law and press reform * Drinks & music into the evening at Liverpool's #1 events venue: @CampandFurnace
Tickets required - apply now to avoid disappointment!
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UNESCO has published new draft guidance on how journalism can be fairly compensated when its work is used by digital platforms and AI companies.
It sets out nine principles for a fairer relationship between journalism and tech.
Read more 👇
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Independent Media Association retweeted
Hello friends! Happy to say that our website is back up and running. Enjoy browsing! mediareform.org.uk/