The Times Newspaper Context Flashcards
What is The Times newspaper?
A British national ‘quality’ newspaper, first published in 1785.
What type of newspaper is The Times also referred to as?
‘Broadsheets’, derived from their original larger size.
Who publishes The Times?
Times Newspapers, a subsidiary of News UK, which is wholly owned by News Corp.
What political stance does The Times generally adopt?
A more neutral position compared to the explicit political allegiance of the tabloid press.
What political party does The Times support at key times?
The Conservative party.
What is the reputation of The Times regarding its journalists?
It is famous for having a range of journalists with varied political viewpoints.
How does The Times describe itself?
‘A faithful recorder of the times for more than 200 years. It is authoritative, credible, responsible, trusted and a part of the nation’s cultural heritage.’
When was the set edition of The Times published?
February 1, 2022.
What scandal does the February 1, 2022 edition of The Times address?
Allegations regarding parties and social gatherings held by the Conservative Party during lockdown.
When were the allegations about Downing Street parties first reported?
November 2021.
Who conducted the inquiry into the Downing Street parties?
Senior civil servant Sue Gray.
What was published in January 2022?
The results of Sue Gray’s inquiry.
What was Boris Johnson scheduled to do on the day the edition was published?
Give a statement to the Commons about the allegations.
What investigation was revealed by Sue Gray regarding Boris Johnson?
The Metropolitan Police were investigating possible breaches of lockdown by No 10.
What demographic does The Times largely target?
The ABC1 demographic with cultural capital and an interest in detailed news and analysis.
What theme does The Times reinforce by focusing on the Downing Street party story?
To accurately present the news and its effect on society.
True or False: The Times was explicitly critical of the government on its front page regarding the Downing Street parties.
False.
Fill in the blank: The Times targets a demographic interested in _______.
[news and analysis in detail]
