The Budget – what do journalists think?

Better off? Or worried about extra costs?

It's Budget Day - a day when some journalists groan and yawn and others get all flustered with excitement. If you are producing a programme, especially a debate about the Budget or an impending Budget, the hardest job is to find participants. And … [Read more...]

Are we less festive this Christmas? What do you think?

Lights indoors but what's happened to the outdoor decorations?

This week, I've really cracked on with the Christmas shopping - but I have noticed a real difference with the atmosphere around shopping this year. Or is it my imagination? As usual I've bought loads online - but have also had my credit card … [Read more...]

Cyber-bullying….are you at risk? Or a family member? Consider this….

Would you notice if a cyber-bully targeted you?

Cyber bullying - we've all heard of it haven't we? In this age of social mediaand the freedom of the internet, there are risks.   People can be lovely, supportive, connected but occasionally someone can be vile or abusive. Or just plain … [Read more...]

Juror jailed over social media chat about court case

child showing just mouth with finger up as if saying ssshhh!

Only a week or so ago I warned about chattering about court cases on social media sites. Mad really, given how much I like to chatter myself. But there's chatter - and there's chatter. Talking about a court case when you've little knowledge of how … [Read more...]