NCTJ is honouring Yorkshire Post and Times journalist, Andrew Norfolk, with the launch of the Andrew Norfolk Investigative Journalism Award,
The award, in partnership with The Times, will be open to applicants who hold the NCTJ Diploma in Journalism at gold standard and offers a one-year, paid internship in investigative journalism with The Times.
The NCTJ said the aim was to support and develop the next generation of investigative journalists.
“Andrew was a phenomenal journalist whose courage, empathy and integrity left a profound mark on our profession,” explained Joanne Forbes, Chief Executive of the NCTJ.
“This award will ensure his influence lives on by giving an aspiring investigative reporter the chance to follow in his footsteps. We are honoured to partner with The Times on this fitting tribute in Andrew’s name.”
Andrew Norfolk died, aged 60, just months after he retired from journalism. He began his career at the Scarborough Evening News before spending 24 years at The Times, where he became chief investigative reporter.
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The Prime Minister said his work was “absolutely integral” to changing the law. While Yorkshire Post Editor, James Mitchinson added:
“Given the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, is leading the tributes to Andrew, I think it is fair to say he was no ordinary reporter.
“He was an extraordinary journalist, a titan of our trade.”
The announcement of the Andrew Norfolk Investigative Journalism Award was made at his memorial service at St Bride’s Church in London’s Fleet Street.
“It was a privilege to work with Andrew on so many of his investigations and to be reminded, every time, that tenacious public-interest journalism serves the readers who put their trust in us. This award is a testament to Andrew’s legacy and I know he would be quietly, but immensely, proud,” stated Jeremy Griffin, Executive Editor of The Times.
