Local papers, the Journal, the Chronicle and the Sunday Sun, had journalists banned from Newcastle United press conferences and press boxes from October 2013, after they covered the fans’ unhappiness with club owner Mike Ashley’s management.
After the ban, the Newcastle Chronicle ran the headline ‘Banned but not gagged’ as the NUJ and other prominent media figures criticised the team’s decision.
However, the groups have now come to an amicable agreement.
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Darren Thwaites, north-east editor-in-chief of Trinity Mirror, told the Press Gazette: “We’re pleased Newcastle United have restored media access for our titles after resolving our differences in recent talks.
“The club fully respects that our coverage will remain independent. We wish United every success, as we always have, but we’ll also be critical if we feel it’s appropriate.”
As result of the settlement, the titles will have access to the club’s players and staff for interviews.
Journalists from the Telegraph remain banned however.