“The importance of allowing pets and people to stay together has been acknowledged and respected.” It is not just people who are fleeing Ukraine amid the Russian invasion; they bring with them their terrified pets, who have been ripped from their homes and comfortable routines. Normally, cross-border regulations are strict, as pets must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, and have a pet passport before passing through. However, pets are now being waived without much of a fuss as people understand how great the bond between humans and pets can be. Read full article here
Research
Improving media literacy could boost trust towards the news, IMPRESS report suggests
The UK media is regulated by the likes of IPSO and Ofcom. The report by press regulator IMPRESS highlights the link between low levels of media literacy and trust in the news. The study found that three quarters of those who did not know if journalists were regulated did not trust the news. It suggests that improving media literacy is one way to stem the erosion of trust, and shows that audiences have an appetite for information on news processes. Stakeholders need to collaborate in order to rebuild trust in the news, and independent media is well placed to do this. Read full article here
Merv
February 1, 2023
