Jim Grenon clashes with E tū over editorial independence

A billionaire, Jim Grenon, is in a dispute with the journalists’ union E tū over his plans for NZME, the owner of the NZ Herald. Grenon wants to change the board of NZME and has been critiquing the union. Grenon says the union has unfairly portrayed him as an “extremist.” He claims his goal is to ensure that all New Zealanders have access to honest and unbiased journalism. The union has responded by accusing Grenon of trying to distract from key issues. They ask him and the board to guarantee that they will not interfere in the editorial process of NZME outlets. Recently, Grenon outlined his approach by sending a letter to the E tū union, raising six questions about editorial independence. His letter aims to clarify his intentions regarding the media company's future.