Join IPSO

Regulation by IPSO is a sign of commitment to high journalistic standards and public accountability

Membership of IPSO signals to readers that a publisher is willing to be held to account for its editorial content.

Any organisation that publishes editorial content in the UK or targets a publication at a UK audience can apply to be regulated by IPSO. Online only and small publishers are very welcome.

Find out more about the benefits of IPSO regulation below. If you are a publisher who wants to join, please email us at membership@ipso.co.uk

Why be regulated by IPSO?

IPSO regulation is a sign of high standards.

It tells your readers you are committed to the highest quality of journalism. Choosing to be accountable in this way is a sign of a professional and responsible publisher.

IPSO regulation is backed by the majority of UK publishers which means we regulate most of the UK’s digital and print titles.

What we do:

  • We support journalists ahead of publication with fast, practical advice and guidance – available 24/7 for urgent issues
  • Our guidance for journalists is informed by real case studies and deep experience
  • We give training and workshops on challenging issues and difficult editorial decision-making
  • We are on hand to provide help and advice on how to handle complaints received after publication in an effective, proportionate way
  • We offer an arbitration service as a low-cost means to resolve potential breaches of legal rights, not just complaints.

The IPSO Mark is used by IPSO members as a sign of quality, trusted, regulated journalism.

IPSO Mark
The IPSO Mark demonstrates that content is distinguishable. It’s a badge of accountability, professionalism, and integrity.

What’s required?

  • A five-year membership contract with transparent terms
  • Commitment to the Editors’ Code of Practice
  • An effective internal complaints process and agreement to abide by the decisions of the Complaints Committee
  • An annual statement on editorial standards, complaints handling, training, and details of any upheld complaints

How much does it cost?

The fee for regulation by IPSO starts from a little over £250 a year.

The job of setting and collecting fees to fund IPSO regulation is done by a separate organisation set up for the purpose called the Regulatory Funding Company. This arms’ length approach protects our independence.

Find out more

To join IPSO or discuss membership, contact membership@ipso.co.uk

For updates about IPSO’s work, sign up to our newsletters and follow us on LinkedIn.

"We have deliberated upon an extraordinary range of issues facing journalists and their editors as they go about their work."

Lord Faulks, IPSO Chair