AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPress Freedom vs State Surveillance: MI5 and PSNI have been ordered to pay £20,000 damages to former BBC journalist Vincent Kearney after an Investigatory Powers Tribunal found long-running access to his phone data was unlawful and disproportionate, with the ruling described as a “tremendous victory for journalism” and a warning that agencies are not above the law. Lobbying & Media Ethics: MPs and transparency campaigners are demanding full details after a Guardian investigation alleged CT Group paid journalists for favourable, “independent” stories—sparking calls for lobbying rules to be overhauled. Digital Safety & Regulation: France has passed a law banning under-15s from social media, adding to a wider European push on children’s online access. Sports Media Moment: The FA faced backlash after a viral clip of England U16 players fighting in a hotel room, later confirmed as genuine by the governing body. Marcom/Branding: Pret customers are boycotting over its “frankenchicken” pledge, while Partnerbrite and Yieldmo announced a sports “fan media network” partnership aimed at monetising first-party fan data. Environment & Public Info: A Port of Tyne salvage operation is clearing plastic pellets (“nurdles”) after a collision, with guidance to avoid handling and keep dogs on leads.
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