The King has defended the press as a “cornerstone of our democracy” in a statement released before Buckingham Palace hosts a reception for local journalists from around the UK.
Charles said that the role played by regional media has become increasingly crucial “in these uncertain times” as he and the Queen prepared to host 400 guests from various news organisations to show support for local journalism.
“A free media is one that will and does make mistakes,” the King said. “But at its best, it is a cornerstone of our democracy.
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“It is in everyone’s interests that you should succeed. For without a thriving and financially robust regional media, we would all be the poorer.”