Review of UK and world papers and coverage of UK and global journalism stories and Journalism History for Monday 2nd March 2026.
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The Chartered Institute of Journalists remembers all the professional journalists and media workers murdered and killed while doing their work this year in all parts of the world and remember the immense sacrifice of those who gave their lives to the profession in the past. We send our condolences to their families, friends and professional colleagues.
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Chatered Institute of Journalists Young Journalist of the Year Awards 2026
Business and Financial Journalist of the year category sponsored by Cavendish
‘We’re delighted that Cavendish Tech and Innovation is sponsoring the Business/Financial Journalist of the Year category at The Chartered Institute of Journalists (CIoJ) Young Journalist of the Year Awards 2026. This comes as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the media industry and championing new journalistic talent.
These awards celebrate the very best young journalists across the UK, recognising outstanding achievements by those aged 30 and under. Specifically, the Business/Financial Journalist of the Year award highlights impactful stories that cover the business/financial aspects of a particular company, sector, or issue – from funding and corporate governance to financial outcomes and strategic insight.
Young News Reporter of the Year category sponsored by Romail Gulzar FRSA and the Pukaar Media Group in Leicester.
The Pukaar Group is the parent of award-winning brands including Pukaar News, Pukaar Magazine, Leicester Curry Awards and the Ethnic Media Awards.
Publishers of Pukaar Magazine and Pukaar News • Leicester based news agency and Leicester’s Pukaar Magazine- Celebrating The Diversity of Leicester.
Romail Gulzar said: “I am deeply honoured to once again serve as a judge for the Chartered Institute of Journalists (CIoJ) Young Journalist Awards 2026.
It’s inspiring to witness and support the next generation of talented journalists who are shaping the future of our profession. Together, we celebrate their dedication, creativity, and commitment to truth.”
See: https://www.cioj.org/young-journalists-awards-2026/
The Winners of the 2026 Young Journalist of the Year Awards will be announced 17th March 2026.
Finalists for 2026 Awards
YOUNG BUSINESS/FINANCIAL JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR– Sponsored by Cavendish Tech and Innovation.
Nikou Asgari, Financial Times
Lucy Frost, International Financial Review
Sofia Gerace, mlex.com
YOUNG NEWS REPORTER OF THE YEAR– Sponsored by Pukaar Group Leicester.
Charlotte Anderson, Romford Recorder/Local London
Isabel Clark, Southwark News
Megan Owen, BBC London
YOUNG ENVIRONMENT JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Charlotte Anderson, Romford Recorder/London Local
Ellen Ormesher, DeSmog UK
YOUNG CAMPAIGNING JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Charlotte Anderson, Romford Recorder – online and in print
Patricia Figueiredo, mlex.com
YOUNG FEATURE WRITER OF THE YEAR
Simon Ezra-Jackson, The Damned, print magazine, The New World. print/online
Annaliese Smith, moretohistory.com, Birmingham Dispatch, Discover Wildlife
Joseph Watt, Ultramarathon, print magazine/online, The Offset, print magazine/online.
YOUNG POLITICAL CORRESPONDENT OF THE YEAR
Jiji Ahn, BBC News
Jasmine Cameron-Chileshe, ITV National News
Amy Gibbons, The Daily Telegraph
YOUNG ARTS JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Katie Chambers, The Stage
Sofia de la Cruz, Wallpaper
Evie Glen, Metal magazine
YOUNG TRAVEL JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Alice Barnes-Brown, Travel Weekly
Kira Richards, National Geographic(UK)/Sunday Times
Annaliese Smith, Independent/Wired For Adventure
YOUNG HEALTH JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Amy Borrett, Financial Times
Ella Kipling, Mirror/Wales Online
Eliza Slawther, Pink Sheet
YOUNG SPORTS JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Jamie Barton, CNN Digital Sports, London
Aryan Jolly, The Real EFL/The Football Deck/Wisden
Joseph Ryan, Kent Standard/Football Writers’ Association
YOUNG SHOW BIZ JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Evie Glen, The List, online magazine
Ella Kipling, The Mirror
The nominations are listed alphabetically and the winner in each category will be announced at the Young Journalist Awards presentations, on Tuesday 17th March at the Leonardo Royal Hotel, Tower Hill, following the Society of Editors Annual Conference, beginning with a reception at 6.00pm.
Many congratulations to winners, specially commended and finalists in inaugural 2025 CIoJ Young Journalist of the Year Awards, on 25th March 2025. See: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/live-group_youngjournalistawards-journalismmatters-cioj-activity-7310632030642339840-68d4?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAeLiVwB8a2_okGmo5JT2aJ02kIVH-ra9No
Gerald Bowey is the present President of the Chartered Institute of Journalists and Caroline Roddis, the Vice-President. Their roles were confirmed in a handover event at the Reform Club in Central London on Tuesday 20th February 2024.
Bowey emphasised the guidance, support, and encouragement that had been at the heart of the Institute for 140 years and announced the launch of a new Young Journalist of the Year awards scheme that would encourage journalists under 30 years of age to enter a range of categories.
Commenting Bowey said: “the Institute is focused on supporting working journalists, both in-house and freelance, in the workplace, as a trade union, and in sustaining journalists in difficult circumstances as a charitable trust.
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Two Fellows of the Chartered Institute of Journalists at the heart of British Journalism History
T.P.O’Connor founder of London campaigning evening newspaper The Star in 1888 and Arthur Burrows the first journalist and news presenter at the B.B.C. 1922.
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CIoJ member Clare Hollingworth OBE (1911-2017) – The first war correspondent to report the outbreak of World War II, described as “the scoop of the century”
Listen to Imperial War Museum archive interview with Clare recorded in 2001
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CIoJ X news feed at: https://x.com/CIoJournalist
CIoJ LinkedIn news feed edited by Liz Justice at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/63500/
CIoJ Facebook news feed at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077475452242
Official CIoJ LinkedIn site for Institute news and projects at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-chartered-institute-of-journalists/posts/?feedView=all
Chartered Institute of Journalists website at: https://www.cioj.org/
Review of UK national newspapers for Monday 2nd March 2026
Good morning. Here is an impartial review of eleven of today’s UK national newspaper front pages.
Most of the papers lead on the rapidly escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel, with a particular focus on Britain’s response and the prospect of evacuating UK nationals from the Gulf.
The i says: “UK planning to evacuate Britons from Middle East as Iran war grows.” It reports that officials are drawing up plans to extract UK citizens from countries including the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait, as the conflict intensifies. The paper also notes that the Prime Minister has given permission for the US to use British bases in what is described as a “defensive action”.
The Daily Telegraph leads with a more direct assessment of Britain’s stance: “Britain backs war on Iran.” It says Sir Keir Starmer has allowed US forces to use UK military bases to strike Iranian missile sites, and reports that oil prices have jumped amid fears of a prolonged conflict.
The Times focuses on Washington’s next move with the headline: “Trump vows to press on.” It says the US president has pledged to continue military action to “eradicate” the Iranian regime, while also reporting a domestic political development: “Starmer U-turn on military bases,” suggesting a shift in the Prime Minister’s previous position on joint strikes.
The Financial Times takes a global economic angle. Its headline reads: “Iran seeks vengeance for Khamenei with strikes on Israel and US Gulf allies.” The paper highlights the risk to shipping lanes and rising energy prices, noting disruption that could affect global markets.
The Guardian leads with: “Middle East rocked by a second day of bombing.” It reports on mounting casualties, including deaths following strikes on a school, and says President Trump remains open to talks with Tehran despite intensifying military action.
The Independent also emphasises the human cost, with: “Three US troops dead as attacks escalate across Middle East.” It reports that more than 200 people have been killed across Iran, while the UK’s terrorism threat level is said to be under review.
Several tabloids focus squarely on Britons caught up in the crisis.
The Daily Mail headline reads: “UK draws up rescue plan for Britons trapped in Gulf states.” It says ministers are preparing for a mass evacuation via Saudi Arabia after allowing US forces to use British bases.
The Daily Express declares: “94,000 BRITS TRAPPED IN MIDDLE EAST.” It reports embassy warnings and describes the potential operation as one of the largest evacuations of British nationals in recent years.
The Daily Mirror leads with: “STRANDED,” under the banner “Middle East Meltdown.” It says thousands of Britons are in range of Iranian strikes, and carries a pledge from the Prime Minister: “We’ll back US war jets with use of our bases.”
The Sun also highlights the evacuation effort with “ESCAPE FROM DUBAI” and the line “UK bid to rescue up to 94,000.” It reports that ministers are scrambling to extract British nationals from the region, alongside comments from President Trump suggesting Tehran may be open to talks.
The Star is focused on ‘Middle East Terror- “The Great Escape- 94,000 Britons face evacuation as Iran wages war.”‘
Away from the Middle East, there are lighter and domestic stories on some front pages — including retail crime in the Express, relationship advice in the Mail, and showbiz coverage in the Sun — but it is the escalating conflict and Britain’s role within it that overwhelmingly dominates today’s national press.
That is a summary of this morning’s front pages.
Review of front pages of UK’s regional England, and nation Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland newspapers
Good morning. Here is a further impartial review of eleven of today’s front pages from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Many of the papers continue to focus on the escalating conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States, with particular attention on British nationals caught up in the crisis.
The Daily Record leads with a stark headline: “TRAPPED IN THE WAR ZONE”, alongside the line “20,000 SCOTS IN MIDDLE EAST.” The paper reports that expats and tourists are sheltering from Iranian bombs, with first-hand accounts from Scots stranded in Dubai and elsewhere in the Gulf.
The Scotsman strikes a similar tone: “Thousands of UK nationals stranded as Iran hits back.” It says an operation is under way to support Britons amid strikes across the Middle East, and carries an image of protests following the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader.
Scotland’s The National divides its front page between images and headline of “Scotland’s Iranians celebrate killing of regime leader” and “Warning UK ‘At Risk Of Being Pulled Into Illegal War'” – “Polanski says that could be result of Starmer’s inability to stand up to Trump and his use of ‘ law of the jungle.'”
The Yorkshire Post focuses on the Prime Minister’s diplomatic efforts with: “PM’s message of ‘solidarity’ as Mid East conflict spreads.” It reports that Sir Keir Starmer has been speaking with regional leaders as Iran retaliates after joint US-Israel air strikes.
The Metro’s headline is more dramatic: “Death throes of the tyrant.” The paper reports that three US soldiers have been killed and five injured, as Iran promises what it calls a “graveyard” for US military action. It also says RAF jets have downed drones as tensions escalate further.
In Wales, the Western Mail leads with “Evacuation plan from Middle East.” It says UK officials are drawing up plans to rescue British nationals as the conflict deepens. Above the fold, the paper also marks St David’s Day celebrations with “On parade for St David’s Day.”
The South Wales Echo turns to a domestic concern with its main headline: “WARNING OVER ‘SCHOOL FIGHT’ ONLINE POSTS.” It reports that headteachers have alerted parents after social media posts attempted to incite fights between Cardiff secondary schools.
In Northern Ireland, the Belfast Telegraph leads with an exclusive: “Revealed: Kneecap emails the government tried to hide.” It reports that the NIO and others denied funding links to the republican rap trio, while a separate headline reads: “Joy, anger, death and fear as the Middle East becomes a powderkeg.”
The Irish News also features a strong image from demonstrations and the headline “Inflamed tensions.” Its main political story reads: “Canavan: GAA is burying its head in sand over Allianz sponsorship.” It reports criticism of the organisation following protests linked to the Middle East conflict.
Back in Scotland, The Herald’s splash is domestic, with “Wait for new £2m housing quango ‘will last for years’.” It reports criticism from opposition parties over delays and costs in tackling the housing crisis. The paper also carries coverage under the strapline “Iran strikes at Israel.”
And in England, the Manchester Evening News leads on a long-running criminal investigation with the question: “DID DOUBLE KILLER STALK RED-LIGHT DISTRICT?” It reports that police believe two women could have been murdered, as part of a wider inquiry.
So while the Middle East crisis continues to dominate many front pages — particularly with concerns over stranded UK nationals and possible evacuations — several regional titles give prominence to local politics, crime, housing and education issues closer to home.
That is a snapshot of today’s front pages across the nations.
CIoJ LinkedIn news stories, Hold The Front Page news stories, Guardian media news stories, Press Gazette news stories, Arab News media stories and other stories from miscellaneous sources
The Institute calls on Belarus to release the journalists and media workers it has detained. Belarus is currently ranked 167th out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index. See: https://rsf.org/en/country/belarus RSF states: ‘To silence independent journalists, the authorities have resorted to state-sponsored terrorism, including censorship, violence, mass arrests, and coordinated raids on homes and media offices, as well as disbanding the Association of Belarusian Journalists (BAJ).’
The CIoJ calls on all governments and states unjustly detaining journalists for doing their professional work to respect freedom of expression, the right to liberty and free them immediately. See: https://rsf.org/en/new-record-number-journalists-jailed-worldwide
North American Newspapers for Monday 2nd March 2026
French Newspapers for Monday 2nd March 2026
Montage of world newspapers Monday 2nd March 2026
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