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second time by a woman, following Michelle Stanistreet’s historic election in 2011 as the first since the union’s founding over 100 years ago. Te outcome was ratified at a meeting of the National Executive Council on 10 October. Davison said: “I’m delighted to be elected as the new General Secretary of our incredible union. I take heart every day from the crucial


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aura Davison has been elected as the next General Secretary of the NUJ. Her election means the post will be held for a


collective work we do to stand up for journalism, show solidarity and win improvements for our members. “At a critical time for the


organised voice of working journalists to be heard, I want us to grow and strengthen our union, maximising new opportunities created by legislative change and our legal, policy and industrial work. “I’m looking forward to geting stuck in, working with everyone who contributes to the success of the NUJ and meeting more of our brilliant reps, members and activists over the coming months.


Other updates


Delegate Meeting 2025 #NUJDM2025 takes place in Blackpool from 25 April-27 April. Reminder that the closing date


for motions and nominations to NUJ councils and commitees is 1pm Monday, 25 November. Only branch officials can submit them, via SurveyMonkey.


NUJ joint vice president Gerry Curran on the review of delegate meetings and industrial council structures. Your branch officers will have received a draſt review of the industrial councils structures and ideas regarding organising delegate meetings.


Approximately 35 submissions were received and discussions held with branches, the development commitee and the NEC. Many inputs were positive and outlined the great work of various councils. Tis is a starting point and branches can comment and come back through NEC reps with proposals to discuss at the NEC’s next meeting on15 November.


New course intakes – student press card image Journalism students have begun their courses at universities; now’s the time to recruit as it’s not always clear to them they can join the NUJ.


Tank you to everyone who has worked on this election process and supported me during the campaign, and particularly to my fellow candidate Natasha Hirst. “A special thanks to Michelle Stanistreet whose outstanding leadership has steered the NUJ over the past 13 years.”


Using our campaign materials, including the FAQ student membership poster, can help. On 7 November, a stellar panel in


Galway will share tips on starting out in journalism, followed by a Q&A and networking drinks.


Networking


Making Te Headlines: Pursuing A Career In Journalism


Age discrimination Te 60+ council is seeking examples of age discrimination in the workplace. In preparation for Delegate Meeting 2025, please send examples of poor practices to derekcforrest@gmail.com. Anonymous submissions welcome.


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