Review of UK and world papers and coverage of UK and global journalism stories and Journalism History for Saturday 14th 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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BBC News Papers’ review analysing front pages of UK national newspapers for Saturday 14th March 2026: “Epstein files photo ‘bombshell’ and ‘Iran war spirals.'” See: https://x.com/CIoJournalist/status/2032708538464665622
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Sky News ‘The Wrap’ discussing front pages of UK national newspapers for Saturday 14th March 2026. With political commentator Benedict Spence and Christina Lamb at the Sunday Times. Guardian: “Europe rebukes US for easing Russia oil ban.” See: https://x.com/CIoJournalist/status/2032709848379347006
CIoJ LinkedIn news edited by Liz Justice
A proposed social media ban on under-16-year-olds forwarded by the House of Lords has been rejected, but chaos rules as a consultancy is still open for change. See: https://www.linkedin.com/…/urn:li:activity…
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Southend,Canvey and Basildon Echo journalist Emma Palmer decided to get tested herself when she wrote a story about a 15 year old who needed a kidney transplant. https://www.linkedin.com/…/urn:li:activity…
Latest CIoJ LinkedIn news feed stories edited by Liz Justice at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/63500/
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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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Review of UK national newspapers for Saturday 14th March 2026
UK National Newspaper Front Page Review
Saturday 14 March
Several of today’s newspapers lead on rising tensions in the Middle East and their impact on energy prices, while others focus on political controversy surrounding newly surfaced photographs linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case.
The Financial Times Weekend leads with concerns in global markets, reporting “Wall St fears ever rising oil price.” The paper says crude prices have climbed above $100 a barrel amid fears the conflict involving Iran could disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy supplies.
The Times also focuses on the economic impact of the conflict. Its headline reads “Reeves promises help as war pushes up energy bills.” The paper says the chancellor is preparing targeted support for households as global instability drives up the cost of gas and electricity.
Several papers highlight a diplomatic rift between Western allies over sanctions on Russia. The Guardian reports “Europe rebukes US for easing Russia oil ban.” According to the paper, European governments fear loosening restrictions could undermine efforts to pressure Moscow over the war in Ukraine.
A similar theme appears on the front page of The Independent, which says “Britain warns Trump: lifting Putin sanctions aids his war machine.” The paper reports concerns in Westminster that any relaxation of sanctions could strengthen Russia financially.
Meanwhile, the Daily Telegraph leads on the military dimension of the crisis with the headline “Trump to take Strait by force.” The paper says the US president is considering deploying troops to secure the Strait of Hormuz as attacks on shipping escalate.
Turning to domestic politics, several papers prominently feature newly surfaced images linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
The Daily Mail carries the headline “Starmer’s dereliction of duty,” alongside a photograph reportedly showing Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein and Peter Mandelson together. The paper says the prime minister has admitted he did not personally question Mandelson before appointing him US ambassador.
The Daily Mirror also focuses on the image, with the front page headline “Epstein files bombshell: Andy, Mandy & the paedophile.”
The Daily Telegraph similarly references the photograph in its coverage, describing it as “The Prince, the paedophile and ‘Petey’.”
The Independent reports on the same development with the headline “Bathrobed Andrew and Mandelson pictured together for first time with paedophile Epstein.”
Elsewhere, the Daily Express focuses on energy policy, urging the government to expand domestic production with the headline “Get drilling to stop soaring bills.”
The Star‘s front page splashes the photograph of Epstein with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Peter Mandelson in bathrobes with the headlines: “Three Amugos- Andy and Mandy with Epstein” and have circled three mugs bearing US map logos positioned on the table they are around.
And the Sun leads on a showbusiness story involving a former reality television contestant, with the headline “Apprentice star Kieran: I blew £500 a week on cocaine.”
That’s a summary of the front pages of the UK’s national newspapers for Saturday 14 March.
Review of front pages of UK’s regional England, and nation Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland newspapers
Regional & Nations Newspaper Review
Saturday 14 March
Several of the regional newspapers lead on politics, crime and public spending, while others focus on community stories and sport across the nations of the UK.
In Scotland, The Scotsman reports divisions within the medical profession over proposed legislation, with the headline “Top medical bodies oppose bill to legalise assisted dying.” The paper says psychiatrists and pharmacists are among those raising concerns about safeguards in the proposed law.
Also in Scotland, The Herald leads with allegations of misconduct within the Scottish Parliament. Its headline reads “Police called in over Holyrood misconduct.” The paper reports that officers are examining claims of bullying and sexual misconduct following an internal review of parliamentary workplace culture.
Meanwhile The Daily Record focuses on a dramatic fire in Glasgow, praising the efforts of emergency crews under the headline “The hero of Union Street.” The paper features a firefighter who helped battle the blaze that severely damaged part of the city centre.
Another Scottish title, The National, highlights housing policy ahead of political campaigning with the headline “SNP pledge £10K for first-time home-buyers.” The paper says the proposal would provide financial support for people trying to enter the property market.
Turning to England, The Yorkshire Post reports on changes to aviation forecasts with the headline “Airport passenger forecast halved.” The paper says revised projections have significantly reduced expectations for passenger numbers at Doncaster Sheffield Airport, though officials remain hopeful about reopening the facility.
In Manchester, the Manchester Evening News leads with a dramatic incident at a school. Its headline reads “Bomb squad scrambled to school.” The paper reports that emergency services were called after what was described as a “Second World War-like explosive device” was brought in during a classroom show-and-tell session.
In Birmingham, Thursday’s Birmingham Post runs the headline: “Tomorrow’s World” with a simulation of the future with the standfirst bullet points: ‘CIty vision brough to life in “stirring film to woo investment; Brum’s “central heart” could see 8,000 new jobs and 5,000 more homes; New boulevard and public square bordered by offices and shops.’
In Wales, the Western Mail focuses on a criminal case with the headline “Life for jealous man who buried his wife.” The paper reports that a man has been sentenced to life imprisonment after concealing his wife’s body in a garden following her murder.
Also in Wales, the South Wales Echo warns about online scams with the headline “Victims of the Tinder fraudster.” The paper says a man allegedly used dating apps to target women in a series of fraudulent schemes.
In Northern Ireland, the Belfast Telegraph highlights government spending with the headline “£136k in a year spent on sending Stormont ministers across globe.” The paper reports that travel costs for ministers have drawn scrutiny amid wider political debate about public finances.
Thursday’s The Impartial Reporter front page story is: “‘She lit up our little town…Community in mourning after the shocking death of Fermanagh woman.
And The Irish News leads with infrastructure concerns and environmental policy, reporting “Stormont climate change targets thwart another transport project.” The paper says legal and policy issues linked to climate targets have delayed a major road scheme.
The Irish Daily Mail‘s front page headline is: “We’re not ready for drone attqack, majority believe. Only one in 12 thinks security is tight enough for EU presidency.”
That’s a look at the front pages of regional and national newspapers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for Saturday 14 March.
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 Saturday 14th March 2026
French Newspapers for Saturday 14th March 2026
Montage of world newspapers Saturday 14th March 2026
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