A recent paper reveals that partners who have diametrically opposed opinions about the meaning of work may have a longer job hunt than those who agree with their partners. The researchers found that this is because such a mismatch heightens one’s feelings of uncertainty towards work. For example, a person who values work purely as a money-making venture may have second thoughts about taking a job after talking with their partner, who prefers working in a position that aligns closely with their values. Read full article here
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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
