News
This morning the Boston Police Force accredited social media for their increase in crime solving. The Boston Police Department has seen a rise in crime solving tips thanks to social media and the department’s large Twitter following. The Boston Police Force has more than 39,200 followers on Twitter.
How-To
By Abby Young-Powell This week I have been Social Media Editor for the Hackney Post. It has been stimulating, hard work and a learning curve. Here is some of what I have learnt so far... Those who don’t know may (wrongly) assume that it’s an easy job,
Events
Abby Young-Powell Kate Day, The Telegraph’s Social Media and Engagement Editor, gives three good reasons why Journalists should make the most of sites like Twitter (this one’s for all the sceptics out there)... 1. Employers judge us on our online presence Impressing employers has always been about
Data
Abby Young-Powell 1. ACCOUNTABILITY – We will correct mistakes and amend them transparently. We will verify sources and link to them where appropriate. 2. TONE/STYLE –We will always write clearly, but will be open to different styles and voices. We will write names correctly and take special care with