Editors’ Code of Practice to be reviewed in public consultation

The Editors’ Code of Practice Committee, which writes and revises the code of standards upheld and enforced by IPSO, has invited suggestions from the public, editors, journalists and others working in the media, and anyone else with an interest in journalistic standards, on how the Code might be revised to improve the system of self-regulation of the press, of which it is an essential component. Public consultations on the Code are held every three years.

The Code covers a wide range of issues, including accuracy, privacy, harassment, intrusion into grief or shock, reporting suicide, coverage of children and discrimination.

Submissions should be sent by email to: codereview2026@gmail.com

The closing date for submissions is Friday, April 10. All submissions will normally be published on the Editors’ Code of Practice Committee website, along with the names of those submitting them. It is possible to request anonymous publication, or for the submission not to be published and to be treated in confidence.

The Editors’ Code of Practice Committee is made up of editors and lay people.

Chairman Chris Evans, editor of the Telegraph, said: “The Code is continuously reviewed and suggestions for revisions are considered by the committee, with the most recent update taking place last year, when it was revised to strengthen protection of children.

“This public consultation is another opportunity for points to be made about any aspect of the Code.

“The Editors’ Code of Practice is a living document guided by real world experience. It has been in operation for more than thirty years and during that time it has evolved to meet changes in society.”

For further information please contact Jonathan Grun, secretary, Editors’ Code of Practice Committee (editorialcode@gmail.com). Visit the Editors’ Code of Practice Committee website here: https://editorscode.org.uk/