The article focuses on a letter sent into the Guardian by Brian Cathcart of Kingston University London as he makes some very interesting points about the topic of fake news that has been the subject of widespread discussion amongst society. He talks about the fact that the definition of "fake news" needs to be accurately defined and in many cases, this definition can evade and dodge national newspapers as it is obvious that many national newspapers do tend to stretch and misconstrue certain stories and headlines in order to create reactions or predominant readings amongst audiences in a bid for greater profits. He talks about how Damian Collins, as chair of the media select committee, favours scrapping section 40 which would include greater intervention of the government in the regulation of fake news and therefore no longer uphold standards of accuracy in journalism.
- Damian Collins, as chair of the media select committee, favours scrapping section 40
- ‘Section 40 is designed to support effective press self-regulation that is totally independent of government’
Personally, I think Brian Cathcart brings up very interesting and valid arguments in the case of what is being done to battle fake news. I think it is important to note, that fake news is a huge issue in journalism and media as of late, and the fact that EVERYONE including those in greater power in media are up in arms about this issue shows that people are actually caring about tackling the issue. However, this also means that an opportunity has arisen for those in power to be able to tackle the issue but also do so in a way that it leaves a lot of flexibility and advantages for their own personal gains. I think that those in power need to put aside their own agendas and self interests by not taking advantage of this opportunity and think greatly in depth about the good of society as a whole.
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