RTS Television Journalism Awards 2025

Taking place on Wednesday 5^th March in a ceremony hosted by Tom Bradby at the London Hilton on Park Lane, the awards recognise excellency in television journalism in the UK and internationally over the past year.

For the second year running, ITV leads the way with 20 nominations across the 20 categories, shortlisted for two out of the three nods for Current Affairs – Home, Emerging Young Talent of the Year, Nations and Regions News, Nations and Regions Reporter of the Year, and News Coverage – Home. The BBC follows closely, receiving 15 nominations while dominating all three nods for the Nations and Regions Factual category, and two of three for Digital Journalism.

New for 2025, the RTS introduced the Digital Journalism category in which the Associated Press / Frontline PBS, BBC News and BBC World Service all received nominations. The inaugural category celebrates outstanding work where the primary publication point is the organisations’ website, social media applications or other digital platforms.

The Breaking News category reflects some of the year-defining events of 2024, with the BBC, Sky News and Reuters Television being recognised for their transparent and delicate coverage of them.

Adrian Wells, Chair of the RTS Television Journalism Awards, said: “In a globally tumultuous year, our nominees exemplify the vital work that journalists carry out in the news media industry, especially within a time where accuracy, transparency and compassion in reporting is so important. We look forward to recognising the high calibre of expertise and celebrating the achievements of the journalists at our awards ceremony next month.”

Awards ceremony details:

Venue

London Hilton on Park Lane, 22 Park Lane, London W1K 1BE

Award Timings

6.30pm - Reception

7.00pm - Dinner called

9.15pm - Awards Ceremony commences

10.45pm - End of official proceedings – bar is open

Midnight – Guests depart

Seating

A room plan and guest list, indicating your table number, will be displayed in the reception area. Please ensure you fill in all guest names when purchasing your tickets. You can do this at the time or update at a later date via the link supplied in your booking confirmation email.

Dress Code

Suggested dress code - black tie.

Catering

All dietary requirements must be received by midday on Monday 24 February. A copy of the menu is available on the booking site.  The Society cannot guarantee to accommodate any requests received after this date, and there may be a charge for any alternative menu options requested during meal service

Tickets

An e-ticket will be issued to the named contact on the booking, which can be circulated with your guests, along with additional information, nearer the time of awards.

Access

The venue is fully accessible, should you have any additional requirements or concerns please email Jemima Debenham jdebenham@rts.org.uk.

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