Jason Bennetto

Jason Bennetto is a Senior Lecturer in Magazine Journalism at City, University of London. He has over 20 years of experience as a national journalist, specializing in crime, security, and home affairs reporting. He teaches postgraduate journalism students in news features, interviews, and research methodologies, and runs a specialized course on organized crime and security reporting.

• Affiliations: City, University of London (since 2009); previously completed Postgraduate Diploma in Newspaper Journalism here in 1987

His research interests focus on crime reporting, security issues, and educational policy. Notable reports include Police and Racism (2009) and Staying On (2009) for the Equality and Human Rights Commission.

Publications span major outlets like The Independent, Esquire, Guardian, and New Statesman, covering topics such as counterfeit drugs, armed robberies, and youth education trends.

• Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2020), University Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (2009)

He also provides media training and consultancy services to organizations, combining his journalism expertise with academic teaching.