The first strike in more than 50 years at the Guardian highlights the deep concern among staff regarding Tortoise Media's proposed acquisition of the Observer, which is seen as undermining the legacy of liberal journalism and the commitment of the Scott Trust.
The National Union of Journalists expressed in a recent motion that selling the Observer to Tortoise Media would be a betrayal of the Scott Trust's intent to safeguard the newspaper’s values and independence.
James Harding, head of Tortoise Media, believes the sale is an opportunity to enhance the Observer's legacy through investment in its digital future, combining it with Tortoise's established media formats such as podcasts and newsletters.
In a message to staff, Ole Jacob Sunde, chair of the Scott Trust, emphasized the organization’s commitment to ensuring that both the Guardian and Observer continue to thrive in promoting liberal journalism.
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