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A lot of journalism is about originality – finding a story or spotting a new angle to an existing issue – but just as important is the ability to convey that information clearly and concisely.

These 25 tips on tight writing from Betsy Mikel can not only help you get your point across more quickly but will liven up your copy. Try having a read through your most recent work with the tips to hand and see where it could have been improved.

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