‘Echo’ journalist receives two nominations for Justice Media Awards

A journalist from The Echo/Echolive.ie has received two nominations in the 2025 Justice Media Awards.

Amy Campbell has been shortlisted in the Print/Online Journalism (local) and Newcomer of the Year categories in recognition of her reporting that contributed to highlighting various justice issues over the past year.

Ms Campbell has been shortlisted in the local journalism category for her story in relation to anomalies at Cork-based charity Support After Crime and ways in which it did not comply with the charities code, according to an independent review.

The review was provided to The Echo on foot of a Freedom of Information request, after a spokesperson for the Department of Justice said it had identified “serious issues”.

Over-reporting of client numbers, use of Government funding for ineligible travel and subsistence claims, and record-keeping were among the issues highlighted.

The longest-running media awards in Ireland, the Justice Media Awards recognise outstanding print, broadcast, and online journalism that contributes to the public’s understanding of justice, the legal system, and legal issues.

“Public understanding of our legal system is vital to society,” editor of The Echo Gráinne McGuinness said.

“In The Echo, we place huge importance on covering our courts and broader justice issues, so we are delighted with this recognition in the Justice Media Awards.

“I am particularly delighted for Amy Campbell. Amy is a talented and diligent young journalist and it is great to see her work acknowledged on the national stage.”

The awards will take place at the Law Society of Ireland, Blackhall Place, in June.