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Live Magazines Ltd
Editorial Standards, Ethics & Public Interest Policy
Live Magazines Ltd is committed to producing accurate, fair, independent and engaging journalism that informs, educates and supports the communities in which our publications are distributed.
This policy establishes the editorial standards that apply across all Live Magazines titles and provides a framework for editors, contributors, freelance journalists, photographers and designers. It reflects our commitment to editorial integrity, public interest journalism and responsible publishing.
Every item published by Live Magazines should reflect the following principles:
Accuracy
We strive to ensure all factual information is accurate, appropriately sourced and verified before publication. Where errors occur, they will be corrected promptly and transparently.
Fairness
Editorial should present information honestly and fairly, providing appropriate context and, where necessary, the opportunity for relevant parties to respond.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are made independently and are never influenced by advertisers, commercial partners or external organisations.
Transparency
Sponsored or commercial content will always be clearly identified to distinguish it from independent editorial.
Respect
We treat individuals, organisations and communities with respect and avoid discriminatory, misleading or unnecessarily inflammatory content.
Accountability
We accept responsibility for everything we publish and welcome legitimate feedback from readers and stakeholders.
Community Focus
Our publications exist to serve the communities in which they are distributed by highlighting issues, opportunities, achievements and challenges that matter locally.
Public Interest
We are committed to supporting informed communities through journalism that contributes positively to civic life, public understanding and local accountability.
Maintaining editorial independence is fundamental to the credibility of Live Magazines.
Editorial decisions remain the responsibility of the Editor of each publication.
Commercial relationships, advertising revenue and sponsorship arrangements do not determine editorial content or influence editorial judgement.
Where commercial partnerships include editorial features, these will be presented transparently and in accordance with applicable advertising regulations.
Editors are responsible for ensuring appropriate editorial checks are completed before publication.
This includes:
Where an error is identified after publication, it will be reviewed promptly and corrected where appropriate.
Live Magazines only publishes images where appropriate permission or licensing has been obtained.
This includes:
Copyright is respected at all times.
Where Artificial Intelligence is used to create or significantly alter imagery, this will be considered carefully and disclosed where appropriate. AI-generated content will never knowingly be used in a way that misleads readers.
Live Magazines operates in accordance with relevant UK legislation and recognised industry standards, including:
Editors are expected to exercise sound editorial judgement to minimise legal and reputational risk.
Supporting local communities sits at the heart of everything we do.
We actively encourage editorial contributions and story ideas from:
While we welcome contributions from a wide range of organisations, all published content remains subject to Live Magazines’ editorial judgement and standards.
Readers who believe published material is inaccurate or unfair are encouraged to contact the relevant Editor.
Complaints will be investigated promptly and fairly.
Where appropriate, corrections, clarifications or updates will be published.
Where a complaint raises wider editorial concerns, it will be referred to the Managing Director for review.
Each publication has a dedicated Editor responsible for day-to-day editorial decisions and compliance with this policy.
Overall editorial oversight rests with the Managing Director, who is responsible for ensuring consistent editorial standards, governance and ethical practice across all Live Magazines publications.
Editorial standards are reviewed regularly through editorial planning meetings and post-publication reviews.
Feedback from readers, contributors, advertisers and community partners is welcomed and used to improve future publications where appropriate.
This policy applies to all employees, freelance contributors and contractors producing editorial content for Live Magazines Ltd.
The policy will be reviewed annually, or sooner where changes in legislation, regulation or editorial practice make this necessary.
Approved by
Managing Director
Live Magazines Ltd
