DCMS commissions survey into safety of UK journalists

Alma Economics, an independent research organisation, is inviting journalists from all backgrounds and roles to take part in a short, anonymous survey on safety, harassment, and threats in the UK media industry. Commissioned by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), the research aims to inform stronger protections and better practices to safeguard journalists’ safety and freedom.

The survey explores both online and offline safety concerns, the impact of incidents, available support, and reporting practices. Journalists can also suggest ways to improve safety in the profession. The survey is open until 28 January 2026, takes less than 15 minutes to complete, and is fully anonymous unless participants opt in for a follow-up interview.

All journalists and media professionals—whether staff, freelance, editors, producers, or newsroom leaders—are encouraged to participate, regardless of whether they have personally experienced safety issues. The findings are said to shape future policies to protect journalists across the UK.

The survey can be completed here.

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