Members of the British Association of Journalists
Our affiliation with the British Association of Journalists (BAJ) reflects our commitment to professional standards, ethical reporting, and empowering the MyHoyland community with trustworthy information.
Experience Exclusive Advantages and Lasting Impact
How our BAJ membership strengthens quality journalism for Hoyland.
Professional Standards Commitment
We uphold rigorous standards of accuracy, fairness and accountability—building trust and credibility across the MyHoyland network.
Networking Opportunities
Access to a national community of journalists and experts, fostering collaboration and stronger local reporting.
Resources & Support
Guidance, training opportunities and sector updates that help us cover Hoyland with clarity and care.
🧭 What BAJ Membership Means for Readers
- Accuracy first: we verify information, use reliable sources and clearly label opinion vs. reporting.
- Right to reply: where appropriate, we seek responses from those we report about.
- Transparency: corrections and clarifications are issued promptly when needed.
🛡️ Ethics & Good Practice
- Respect for privacy and vulnerable individuals, especially children and victims.
- Avoidance of sensationalism and misleading headlines.
- Responsible use of images, captions and user-generated content.
Have a concern? Email News@myhoyland.co.uk with links and details— we’ll review swiftly.
📣 How BAJ Helps the Community
- Better access to expert advice on reporting law and safety.
- Training pathways to improve coverage of sensitive topics (health, courts, public interest).
- Support for initiatives that amplify local voices and hold power to account.
🔍 Our Reporting Pledges
- Check facts before publishing; correct errors quickly and visibly.
- Disclose material conflicts of interest where relevant.
- Credit sources and contributors appropriately.
Learn more about BAJ’s work supporting UK journalists.
📝 Spot something that needs correcting? Send us feedback