The Times - Introduction

 Blog Tasks

Read the About Us page of the Times website and answer the following questions:

1) What year was The Times founded and when did it start using the Times name? 

The Times was founded in 1785 and they started to use the times name in the year 1981.

2) What content did John Walter suggest the paper would offer in the first edition?

The content John Walter suggested in the paper that he would offer in the first edition is something that is suited to everyone's preference including politics, foreign affairs, matters of trade, legal trials, advertisements and entertainment such as "amusements". 

3) What does the page say about the political views in The Times? 

The page says about the political views in The Times that its a right wing newspaper,  known historically for shifting its political endorsements but often aligning with the party considered best for business. Despite having a right-wing editorial stance and being owned by News UK, the paper features a range of political viewpoints among its columnists

4) Who owns The Times today and how is editorial integrity protected?

The News Uk owns The Times today and their editorial integrity is protected as The times has supported both new labour and the conservatives and have supported the Remain to keep them balanced with out parties.

5) What did The Times introduce in 2010 and why? 

The times introduced digital subscriptions in 2010 so, the times can ensure a sustainable future for their journalism.

6) What was The Times named in 2018 by the Reuters Institute for Journalism at Oxford University?

The Times was named Britain's most trusted national newspaper by the Reuters Institute For Journalism At Oxford University.

7) What does the section on Editorial Standards say about The Times and newspaper regulation?

 

The section on Editorial Standards says that they take complaints seriously and the Times are committed to (IPSO) regulations. 

8) What does the section on Ownership say about The Times and who is the current editor? 

The Times and The Sunday Times were published by Times Media Limited which were wholly and originally owned by News UK. In addition, it provides a global diversified media that is significant and focuses on creating and distributing content that educates, informs and inspires their people.