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Guild members can enjoy a discount on NCTJ courses. Please login to the Membership Area of the website for the code. Here's your latest update from the NCTJ, including upcoming training opportunities and new resources. McNae's Essential Law for Journalists - 28th edition The new McNaes Essential law for journalists 28th edition is now in stock and available to buy. Order your copy here Upcoming masterclasses and workshops Data journalism masterclass: 29 July - Discover techniques for finding...

23rd July 2026 - St Austell Brewery and North London craft brewer Jiddler's Tipple have secured a nationwide listing in more than 400 Sainsbury's stores for Proper Tipple, a limited-edition collaboration IPA inspired by St Austell Brewery's flagship Proper Job. The launch brings together the scale and heritage of one of the South West's leading independent brewers with the creativity and modern brewing approach of a fast-growing craft beer brand. The collaboration was conceived during...

Following the announcement this morning from the Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, that he will be giving pubs and live music venues an additional 20% discount on their business rates bills from April next year, BII CEO, Steve Alton has commented on what this will mean for BII members and pubs across the UK: "Our members, operating independent pubs at the heart of their communities in towns and high streets across the UK, will be encouraged by this initial step taken by the new Prime Minister in...