Starting up for the 16th year, the scheme has given thousands of students huge advantages through this unique opportunity. The scheme runs for eight months and allows young people to publish articles directly onto Newsquest’s online news titles. (Image: Newsquest)Jack Mallinson, who organises the scheme at Townley Grammar School, said: “The Young Reporter Scheme allows students to find their own voice, experience the importance of deadlines, and share the stories that speak to them in a manageable and professional manner. Ezekiel Bertrand, one of last year's Young Reporters, secured a position on the Apprenticeship programme at the end of Year 11. He said he was so glad he chose to do an apprenticeship rather than go onto Sixth Form, and added: “Doing the Young Reporter Scheme was definitely the foundation of what got me into journalism and news reporting.

Source: The Times October 16, 2023 13:17 UTC