Can We Fix Media, Not Just Explain It?
There is a distinction that matters more than we often admit. Many people can explain why media systems are failing. Fewer can help build the […]
Civic Media
Foundational Media – Opening a Conversation About the Stories that Hold Everyday Life Together
Given the social and political turmoil reported in our media, one might question if the economic and social model that has held sway for the […]
Why Neighbourhood Renewal Needs Media Reform at Its Heart
The publication of the Independent Commission on Neighbourhoods’ green paper Delivering Neighbourhood Renewal: Proposals for Change marks a timely and ambitious moment for policymakers, local […]
Community Media – A Security Asset Hiding in Plain Sight
With the growing emphasis on national security and social protection, as outlined by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, it is time for the UK government […]
Why the UK Needs Civic Media Hubs: Revitalising Community Media for Social Solidarity
In an age where local news is rapidly disappearing, and media ownership is increasingly centralised, communities across the UK face a critical challenge: access to […]
Community Radio is Not Local Radio – Protecting Social Gain and Key Commitments
DCMS has started to consult on the legislative changes that will shape community radio following the passage of the Media Bill which is going through […]
Climate Crisis Role for Community Media
This week’s report by the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) outlines the potentially devastating and lasting impact of climate change. It’s challenging reading. Sir […]
Decentered Media Podcast 089 – Media Reform with Natalie Fenton and Des Freedman
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http://decentered.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Decentered-Media-Podcast-089-2020-08-05-Mixdown.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowDo we get the media we deserve or the media we are given? This was one of the topics discussed by […]
Community Media is Different
In June 2017 the whole country was shocked and convulsed by the news of the fire at Grenfell Tower. The pain and suffering experienced by […]