McNae's Essential Law for Journalists

McNae's Essential Law for Journalists

by Mike Dodd (Author), Mark Hanna (Author), Mark Hanna (Author), Mike Dodd (Author)

Synopsis

60 years since the first edition published, McNae's Essential Law for Journalists remains the definitive media law handbook for students and journalists. Endorsed by the National Council for the Training of Journalists as the essential text for students and widely used in newsrooms across the UK, McNae's is unrivalled in its accuracy, detail and ease of use. With its easy-access summaries, clear cross-references and practical advice, McNae's continues to meet the needs of busy journalists who need quick and reliable answers to the questions they face in their day-to-day work while also providing students with authoritative coverage of key media law topics. A comprehensive website (www.mcnaes.com) accompanies this text, providing a range of resources including regular updates from the authors to help you stay ahead of the law, whether on the job or in exams. www.mcnaes.com McNae's Essential Law for Journalists is complemented by a free to use website featuring the following resources: Regular updates from the authors Downloadable glossary Self-marking multiple choice questions and chapter-related questions Downloadable checklists Additional chapters and content on a range of topics including terrorism, the Official Secrets Act, and Scottish media law Weblinks

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 528
Edition: 22
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 05 Jun 2014

ISBN 10: 019967910X
ISBN 13: 9780199679102

Media Reviews
Review from previous edition This is the law book that's essential for any journalist. It cuts through the legal waffle and is a vital reference tool whether you work in print, broadcast or digital media. Andy Cairns. Executive Editor. Sky Sports News McNae's Essential Law for Journalists has deservedly become an institution in its own right. Lord Hunt of Wirral, Chair of the Press Complaints Commission In a rapidly changing media environment McNae's remains the definitive guide to all aspects of media law and is still an indespensable resource for every newsroom and journalism student. Amanda Ball, NCTJ Principal Examiner, Senior Lecturer in Media Law, Nottingham Trent University
Author Bio
Mike Dodd is the Press Association's legal editor and member of the NCTJ Media Law Examinations Board. He is a qualified lawyer with nearly 40 years' experience as a working journalist. Mark Hanna is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Sheffield and Chair of the NCTJ Media Law Examinations Board.