Law for Journalists - Softcover

Quinn, Frances

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1408204703 ISBN 13: 9781408204702

Publisher: Longman, 2009

Synopsis

Law for Journalistsis a jargon-free introduction to media law and contains indispensable information suitable for those who are, or seek to become, newspaper, magazine, broadcasting and online journalists. It covers the content of most journalism courses including those accredited by the NCTJ.

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Quinn, Law for Journalists, 2e

'Finally, a law book which doesn't bore you to death! A refreshing text, laid out in a clear, succinct manner with the same depth as its competitors but presented in a much more user friendly style. This should be the first choice guide for journalists needing to know about media law.'

Jo Newsholme, Broadcast Journalist, LBC Radio

'The first edition was good and the new second edition is even better with more on broadcast media law and regulation as well as coverage of Scottish courts. It remains an accessible, readable guide to what ALL journalists must know
in the new climate of converged journalism. I'm sure it will be as popular with our students as the first edition.'

Jim Latham, Secretary of the Broadcast Journalism Training Council

'This gives a first class foundation for those who wish to become journalists, navigating a clear path through the legal complexities they face in their day-to-day work.'

 Mike Dodd, Legal Editor, Press Association, and Editor, Media Lawyer

'When the first edition of this book appeared, it was refreshing to find a textbook which covered vital areas of journalism and the law in an approachable and accessible manner - a judgement which has been endorsed by many of my students.  This new edition is broader in its compass and more authoritative and as such I will be making it the only recommended textbook for the new Law for Journalists syllabus we shall be launching for ICM. '

Steve Harris, Director of Journalism and Media Programmes, ICM

'In a blog-mad world true journalists still must remain cognisant of the law. This book provides a comprehensive, accessible guide with real-life examples to one of the most complex, but important aspects of the profession.'

Mark Pelham, Editorial Director, Structured Credit Investor

Essential reading whether you’re a student, trainee or working journalist, Law for Journalists is a practical, readable guide to everything you need to know about media law and the legal system. Written by an award-winning journalist, this fully-updated second edition is packed full of useful advice to help you stay within the law, and learn how to use the law to help you do your job better.  

• Law in Practice boxes give advice from experts on how to work within the law when following a lead, writing a story and reporting from court
• End of Chapter Summaries make sure you are aware of the key legal points from each chapter
• Further Reading and Online Resources direct you to further resources to enhance your understanding
• ‘Test your knowledge’ sections can be used to check how much you’ve understood from your reading and include new 'common scenario' questions to test application of the law
• Case Summaries provide a quick reference to important legal decisions
• Diagrams and tables highlight and illustrate complex legal processes
• Glossary of terms explains technical legal vocabulary

 

 

New to this edition:

o       Guide to contempt of court in Scottish cases

o       Increased coverage of broadcast and online journalism

o       Provisions of the PCC Code of Practice and Ofcom Broadcasting Code included throughout.

 

Law for Journalists covers the law syllabus of most journalism courses, including those accredited by the NCTJ.

Additional student learning material available at www.pearsoned.co.uk/practicaljournalism

About this edition

• Publisher: Longman
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1408204703
• ISBN 13: 9781408204702
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 480