



FAQs
Frequently asked questions
All of our ex Young Reporters that we have spoken to have said that the scheme helped them with a multitude of skills. Many said it improved their time management, got them used to working to a deadline and improved their confidence to speak to people they didn't know. Equally some of our Alumni told us that they developed a love for journalism and since considered it as a future career.
Either way, you don't need to have a passion for journalism, as the scheme will offer you so much more than that.
Nowadays universities and employers expect to see more than just grades, so completing any type of extracurricular activity or work experience will be extremely valuable to you.
A huge amount! Alongside the ability to see your name published on our online newspapers which reach millions each month, you will learn to stick to deadlines, be given the opportunity to take part in press events, build your confidence in your writing and interviewing people and you are guaranteed to receive a Letter of Recognition if you complete all your eight articles, which is a fantastic addition to any CV or UCAS application.
We can't answer how easy it will be, but what we can say is that we have taken thousands of students through this scheme since 2008 and the vast proportion of them have completed all the deadlines alongside GCSEs and A Levels. It can be tough at times, but you will gain so many extra skills that we cannot recommend it enough.
Your articles will be published on the Newsquest Media Group online newspaper, which is the most local to you. You can see a list of the titles here: https://www.newsquest.co.uk/news-brands
If you have completed all eight articles you will receive a Letter of Recognition from the Editor. However, if all eight articles have been completed within the deadlines, then you are eligible to enter the final competition at the end.
This is a competition for all Young Reporters from any school or year group to enter and there are prizes awarded in five categories, alongside crowning two Top Reporters, one for year 10/11 and one for year 12/13.