A Civic Future for Community Media and Library Services in Leicester
As Leicester City Council embarks on a public consultation about the future of its Library and Information Services, there is a valuable opportunity to open […]
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Reframing Media Literacy – Participation, Place, and the Foundational Economy
The Lords Select Committee for Communications and Digital has launched a vital inquiry into the state of media literacy in the UK, with a call […]
Welcoming the Plan for Neighbourhoods – The Missing Role of Community Media
The UK Government’s today announced its Plan for Neighbourhoods. This plan represents a significant step towards addressing long-standing issues of deprivation, social inequality, and community […]
Why Decentered Media Matters in a Changing Landscape – And Why Your Support is Essential
The media landscape is shifting at an unprecedented pace. Traditional national institutions that once shaped public debate are losing themselves, struggling to define their role […]
How Do We Define the Social Value of Community Media
Community media and community-focused communications projects are essential in giving people the tools, spaces, and opportunities to tell our own stories, amplify marginalised voices, and […]
Social Gain and Community Media – A Missed Opportunity?
Community media has long been understood as more than just an alternative to commercial and public service broadcasting. At its core, it is meant to […]
Why Community Radio’s Social Gain Matters More Than Ever
For years, Decentered Media has advocated for a robust and meaningful approach to social gain in community media. From the early days of Ofcom’s licensing […]
The Joy of Making Media – Community, Creativity, and Connection
Community media offers a unique space where creativity, participation, and storytelling come together. At its core, it embodies the same spirit found in DIY arts […]
Rebuilding Trust in UK Media Through Local Engagement and Accountability
The Misinformation Challenge Misinformation is more than just an abstract threat; it is a tangible challenge that affects every aspect of modern life in the […]
Fixing the Foundations – The Role of Community Media in Building Stronger, More Resilient Communities
In November 2024, the report Fixing the Foundations: A Communities Strategy for Britain, produced by Power to Change, offered a pertinent vision for tackling the […]
Accountability Media
Elon Musk’s interventions in British politics have sparked significant concerns regarding the accountability of social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter). Several key issues have […]
The Role of Media, Culture, Arts, and Communications in Devolution Planning
I have reviewed the English Devolution White Paper to assess its implications for media, culture, arts, and communications within the context of devolution planning. The […]
Have Your Say on the Future of Civil Society and Community Media
How should community media be recognised and supported as a vital part of civil society? What barriers need to be addressed to ensure grassroots media […]
Supporting Public Service, Community and Citizenship Focused Media
Over recent months, my involvement with the Citizens’ Public Service Media (PSM) Forum has deepened my understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing public service […]
Social Cohesion Strategy Challenge – A Role for Community Media
As we reflect on the events of the summer of 2024, it is clear that fostering social cohesion requires a bold, inclusive, and collaborative approach. […]