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Future of local news report is a grim read

Stephen Waddington

Social media has replaced local news in communities across the UK. Advertising has shifted to internet mediated platforms such as Google and Facebook, and print sales have declined. It has given rise to so-called ghost newspapers produced by groups such as Newsquest and Reach. Rumours are commonplace.

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The clickbait media economy is toxic

Stephen Waddington

You can trace the news values of the tabloid media via the extremity of the UK Royal Family from Lady Diana Spencer in the 1990s to Meghan Markle more than thirty years later. Stories about people in the public eye such as celebrities, politicians and sportsmen and women sell newspapers. It’s a cesspit. There’s a paradox at play.

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The Changing Face of Public Relations in Government; Off Script #30: Merritt Allen of Vox Optima

Sword and the Script

Merritt Allen is the owner and executive director of Vox Optima , which is a strategic communications firm with a long history of working with the government. So much has changed in PR, I wanted to understand how it has impacted communications in government. Merritt Allen is my guest on this edition of the Off Script series.

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Faces & Markets of PRGN: Hong Kong – Asia’s World City

Bianchi Biz Blog

Robust Economy : Hong Kong’s economy is characterized by its low taxation, minimal government intervention, and an established international financial market. This includes print newspapers, digital news sites, television, and radio stations. Top social media channels in Hong Kong* Facebook : 78.8%

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Future of local news report is a grim read

Wadds Inc.

Social media has replaced local news in communities across the UK. Advertising has shifted to internet mediated platforms such as Google and Facebook, and print sales have declined. It has given rise to so-called ghost newspapers produced by groups such as Newsquest and Reach. Rumours are commonplace.

Local 59
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Faces & Markets of PRGN: Tokyo, Japan – Premier Destination for Business

Bianchi Biz Blog

Tokyo’s government actively fosters a business-friendly environment through supportive policies, promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and foreign investment. Integrate Traditional and Digital Approaches: Japan appreciates a balanced blend of traditional and digital media. million in print and 3 million online subscribers.

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Facebook is local media

Stephen Waddington

Facebook pages and groups are replacing local media according to research from Braintree, Essex. By Dan Slee If there’s one thing I can tell you it’s that Facebook groups and pages in a local area are huge. Exploring a community In September last year I set about counting the Facebook groups and pages in Braintree.

Local 60