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Why kill fees for freelances need to be killed off

New freelance guidelines for editors also advocate end to payment on publication.

By Donna Ferguson

Second wave of local newsletter launches from The Lead in North of England

Seven media outlets created so far in The Lead's drive to cover local Northern news.

By Clara Aberneithie

Low pay and ‘no rights’: Survey reveals ‘Wild West’ for UK freelance journalists

Freelance journalism has a class problem, ALCS report finds.

By Charlotte Tobitt

Which? Travel turns 50 with model catering for older readers

Celebrating 50 years, Which? Travel’s editor spoke to Press Gazette about the sustainability of the brand.

By Clara Aberneithie

Marie Colvin Award winner Bel Trew pays tribute to journalists of Gaza

And The Independent's chief international correspondent explains why she hates the term war reporting.

By Bron Maher

Huffpost UK increases payment terms to 60 days amid ‘cash flow’ issues

Freelances paid outstanding money after Press Gazette enquiries made.

By Bron Maher

Is freelance journalism becoming unviable?

Poor rates, unreliable payment and publications closing: is being a freelance journalist basically a hobby?

By Ralph Jones

Liz Cookman’s year freelancing in Ukraine: ‘Spirit-crushing but worth fighting for’

From her escape from Mariupol to covering possible nuclear meltdown.

By Liz Cookman

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