What responsibilities does the media have?
I can explain the different responsibilities the media has and what happens if the media breaks the rules.
What responsibilities does the media have?
I can explain the different responsibilities the media has and what happens if the media breaks the rules.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- We expect the media to be accurate, verify facts and act independently without personal benefit, in the public interest.
- Journalists take responsibility for their work, put their name to it, and aim to inform and explain important issues.
- The media must follow the law and the rules in the NUJ Code of Conduct and Editors' Code of Practice.
- The media are responsible for respecting privacy, providing truthful, accurate information and avoiding discrimination.
- If the media break these rules, IPSO or OFCOM can investigate, leading to legal action, mistrust or other consequences.
Keywords
Media - forms of communication like radio, television, newspapers, magazines and the internet, that reach or influence people
Responsibilities - duties that we are expected to do as a citizen of a country, as part of a job role or as a member of a community
Common misconception
The media can report whatever they like, there are no consequences.
There are consequences for the media breaking the rules and not fulfilling their responsibilities. They have to abide by a strict code of conduct and ethics.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of mental health issues
- Depiction or discussion of serious crime
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
local information from your area
information about celebrities
information involving arguing
information with emotional stories
to persuade
to promote
to sell
to educate
Exit quiz
6 Questions
any communication or information that influences or educates people
unfair preference or judgement based on incorrect beliefs
to be accurate and check the facts to make sure they are reliable
to report without opinion and make sure that it is equal