McNae's Essential Law for Journalists 28th ed

Author: Sian Harrison; Gill Phillips; Charlie Moloney
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780198985839

Previous Edition ISBN: 9780198898825
Published In: June 2026
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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The only media law text published in partnership with the NCTJ that provides unparalleled treatment of the core legal issues affecting journalists. Clear, succinct, and practical, it is the absolute handbook for students and practising journalists.

This indispensable handbook prevails as journalism's foremost authority on media law since its inception in 1954.

Key Features:

Authors' combined expertise in media reporting and teaching offers clear, succinct, and accurate detail on core legal issues
Published in partnership with the National Council for the Training of Journalists and designed to complement accredited syllabi. This text is also recommended for a broad range of media qualifications
Includes a range of features, such as tips on reporting, need-to-know points, and cross references that explore how different elements of the law interact with each other
Up-to-date case studies and examples help contextualize difficult areas
Online resources accompany the book, including self-test questions to help students test their understanding, online chapters, and additional reading material. Also available as an e-book with functionality, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support

New to this editon:

Chapter 3 has been revised in line with new Ofcom guidance on presenting news programmes.
Chapter 17 reflects the new coroner's Bench Book, including updated guidance on open justice and inquests in writing.
Chapter 19 now includes a section on the Law Commission's recommendations on contempt by publication when proceedings are active.

Part 1: The Landscape of Law, Ethics and Regulation

1:Introduction

2:Press regulation

3:Broadcast regulation

4:Journalism avoiding unjustified intrusion

Part 2: Crime, Courts and Tribunals

5:Crime – media coverage prior to any court case

6:Crime – categories and definitions

7:Magistrates' courts – summary cases

8:Magistrates' courts – the most serious criminal cases

9:Crown courts and appeal courts

10:Children and young persons in court proceedings