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Michelle Stanistreet

Michelle Stanistreet is a British journalist and trade union leader who has served as the General Secretary of the National Union of Journalists (NUJ) since 2014. In this role, she advocates for the rights, working conditions, and professional standards of journalists and media workers. With a background in journalism, she has been committed to defending press freedom, promoting ethical reporting, and supporting the interests of media professionals. Stanistreet's leadership involves negotiating with employers, campaigning on industry issues, and strengthening the union's role in shaping fair and sustainable media practices.