The Times- Intro

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

The Times was founded in 1785 and started using the Times name in 1788.

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

John Walter suggested it should contain something suited to every palate including politics, foreign affairs, matters of trade, legal trials, advertisements and “amusements” and to censure or applaud either political party. 

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

The Times has supported both New Labour and the Conservatives in recent times and supported Remain in the 2016 EU referendum.

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

The Times is owned by News UK and editorial integrity is protected by abiding IPSO's rules and regulations.

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

In 2010 The Times introduced digital subscriptions to ensure a sustainable future for their journalism. 

6) What was The Times named in 2018 by the Reuters Institute for Journalism at Oxford University?

In 2018 The Times was named Britain's most trusted national newspaper by the Reuters Institute for Journalism at Oxford University.

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

The Times takes editorial content seriously and is committed to abid the IPSO rules and regulations. 

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

The Times current editor is Times Newspaper Limited part of News UK and Ireland Ltd. They focus on creating and distributing content that educates, informs and inspires their customers.



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