Newspapers: The Times - Language and Audience

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

It was founded in 1785 and before changing it's name to Times in 1788

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

John Walters offered content in a wider field such as politics, advertisements and foreign affairs

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

The times has prompted both political parties fairly

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

The Times & The Sunday Times are published by Times Newspapers Limited, part of News UK & Ireland Ltd

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

Digital subscription in 2010 to help 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 as Britain's most trusted national newspaper

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

The Times has to follow rules and regulations set by the ipso

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

News UK and Ireland is part of News Corp which is a global diversified media business focused on creating and distributing content that educates, informs and inspires. The current editor is John Witherow.  


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