Telegraph Media Group Holdings

London, United Kingdom

Telegraph Media Group Holdings is a UK-based media organization that publishes The Telegraph, delivering news and updates through multiple platforms including print and digital. It is known for its influential reporting and comprehensive coverage of national and international events.

CCI Score

31.04

-0.02% April 18

Latest Event

Investigative Journalism Exposes Forced Labour Supply Chain

Telegraph Media Group Holdings published an investigative report on December 11, 2024, revealing that tomato and pepper products sold in British supermarkets are produced with forced labour in China, challenging misleading supply chain labels and exposing labor abuses.

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Telegraph Media Group Holdings is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

DEC

11

2024

Investigative Journalism Exposes Forced Labour Supply Chain
84.25

Telegraph Media Group Holdings published an investigative report on December 11, 2024, revealing that tomato and pepper products sold in British supermarkets are produced with forced labour in China, challenging misleading supply chain labels and exposing labor abuses.
+85

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

The report enhances public accountability by exposing forced labour practices and highlighting supply chain exploitation, thereby opposing authoritarian and exploitative economic practices. This demonstrates a commitment to informing the public and upholding ethical standards.

Tomato and pepper products in British supermarkets secretly produced with forced labour in China
+90

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 29

By leveraging its influential media platform, Telegraph Media Group Holdings provides robust investigative journalism that counters corporate and state narratives, promoting transparency and anti-authoritarian values through effective media oversight.

Tomato and pepper products in British supermarkets secretly produced with forced labour in China
JAN

30

2024

Government Intervention Restricts Pre-emptive Merger Actions
35.41

A statutory order effective from January 30, 2024, prevents any pre-emptive corporate restructuring or key staff transfers in the anticipated acquisition of Telegraph Media Group, thereby safeguarding organizational integrity and protecting employee rights during the merger process.
+40

Economic and Structural Influence

March 29

The intervention order restricts any alteration to the corporate structure and key management positions during the merger process, which helps prevent concentration of power and ensures the protection of workers' rights. This regulatory enforcement supports anti-authoritarian outcomes by maintaining organizational stability and safeguarding against exploitative restructuring.

The Public Interest Merger Reference (Telegraph Media Group Limited) (Pre-emptive Action) Order 2024
JAN

26

2024

Government Inquiry into Abu Dhabi-backed Takeover of TMG
-61.32

A new government inquiry has been ordered amid concerns over the Abu Dhabi-backed takeover of The Telegraph, with officials warning that foreign state influence could undermine editorial independence and free expression. The inquiry follows a poll showing strong public support for banning foreign state ownership of British media.
-75

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

The inquiry highlights significant concerns regarding the potential for foreign state influence on media content and public discourse. Allowing an Abu Dhabi-backed entity to take over a prominent media outlet raises issues about editorial independence and democratic integrity, reflecting a problematic alignment with authoritarian interests.

Most people support ban on foreign states owning British media, poll finds
-70

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 29

The potential takeover by a foreign state-backed entity poses a serious risk to unbiased journalism and media integrity. This action could facilitate the dissemination of state-driven propaganda, thereby undermining the role of independent media in a democratic society.

Most people support ban on foreign states owning British media, poll finds
-60

Economic Collaboration

March 29

The acquisition process, backed by a foreign government, represents an economic collaboration that risks embedding authoritarian influences within the structural foundations of British media. This move threatens the integrity of media operations by intertwining economic interests with state-sponsored objectives.

Most people support ban on foreign states owning British media, poll finds
DEC

07

2023

Telegraph Exposes Forced Labour Abuses in Shimano Supply Chain
65.82

Telegraph Media Group Holdings published a detailed investigative report on December 7, 2023, revealing allegations of modern slavery and labour abuse at Kwang Li Industry, a Malaysian supplier for Shimano bike parts. The report highlights physical abuse, unlawful wage deductions, and exploitative recruitment practices affecting vulnerable migrant workers.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

Telegraph’s investigative journalism exposes severe labour abuses and modern slavery conditions, enhancing public accountability and empowering marginalized workers. This transparent reporting contributes to a more informed public debate and counters authoritarian economic practices.

Shimano bike parts ‘made by modern slaves’ sold to commuters
+70

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 29

By publishing an in-depth investigative report on alleged forced labour practices, Telegraph demonstrates robust media influence that champions transparency and holds exploitative corporate practices to account. This effort supports democratic oversight and anti-authoritarian values.

Shimano bike parts ‘made by modern slaves’ sold to commuters