Essential Public Affairs for Journalists

Essential Public Affairs for Journalists

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Essential Public Affairs for Journalism is an invaluable guide for both journalism students and journalists. It offers engaging coverage of the workings of both central and local government, and gives stimulating insights into how they are, and could be, covered by journalists.

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Essential Public Affairs for Journalists by James Morrison

Essential Public Affairs for Journalists is the definitive handbook for journalism students looking for a firm foundation in their understanding of central and local government. It guides readers through the constitutional framework and the governing institutions of the United Kingdom before considering the electoral system and the principal political parties. A number of key topics are discussed in turn, including the National Health Service, education, utilities and industry, and social security. The author examines both how these services operate and how they can generate a wealth of informative stories. End-of-chapter features summarize the key points from each chapter, allowing students to recap on areas that are likely to be examined. 'Topical Feature Ideas' support the development of research skills, enabling students to pinpoint the facts they need to write a compelling article. Online Resources Further 'Topical Feature Ideas' can be found with the online resources that accompany this book, which also include links to reliable and informative sources.
It is a vital text book for journalism trainingIt makes difficult topics readable and interesting without undermining the importance of the subject. * John Curzon, Senior Lecturer in Journalism, Bristol School of Film and Journalism, University of West England *
It is beautifully written, comprehensive, and reliable. * Jonathan Brown, Lecturer in Media Production: Journalism, York St John University *
It is a key text for all students considering entering the field of journalism. * Claire Wolfe, Principal Lecturer in Journalism, University of Worcester *
A very user-friendly and engaging book; topics are communicated to students in way that they can understand rather than feel overwhelmed by - especially if they have never studied public administration or politics before. * Sallyann Halliday, Senior Lecturer, Leeds Business School, Leeds Beckett University *
James Morrison is a Reader in Journalism at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, and a freelance journalist and writer. Previously, he was course leader of the NCTJ-accredited newspaper and magazine journalism programmes at City College Brighton and Hove and has been a Senior Lecturer at Kingston University. James is a senior examiner in public affairs for the NCTJ and a member of its Public Affairs board.
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ISBN 13 9780198828037
ISBN 10 0198828039
Title Essential Public Affairs for Journalists
Author James Morrison
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Oxford University Press
Year published 2019-06-04
Number of pages 584
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.