Media Grid UK is owned and operated by Sliema Media Limited, a company registered in Malta (Malta Business Registry number C 84217) with its registered office at Level 3, Tower Business Centre, Tower Street, Swatar, Birkirkara BKR 4013, Malta. These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the website mediagriduk.uk and all content published by Media Grid UK. By using this site you agree to be bound by these terms.
Who is responsible for Media Grid UK?
Media Grid UK is a UK‑focused digital news publication run by Sliema Media Limited, a Maltese registered company. Editorial independence is guaranteed by our Editor‑in‑Chief, Jonathan Pierce, who oversees all content and is reachable at jonathan.pierce@mediagriduk.uk. The full ownership and funding structure is set out in our Ownership & Funding page.
Our newsroom is led by Managing Editor Rebecca Haines and includes specialist editors for politics, business, culture and fact‑checking. Every article is written by a named journalist, reviewed by an editor and fact‑checked before publication. No commercial partner or sponsor has any influence over editorial decisions.
What are the terms for accessing this website?
You may access Media Grid UK for lawful, personal and non‑commercial purposes only. We grant you a limited, revocable licence to view, download and share single copies of articles for private use, provided you do not modify the content or remove any copyright notices. Systematic downloading or scraping of content is prohibited unless expressly authorised in writing by Sliema Media Limited.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to any user who violates these terms, including those who engage in harassment, spam or any activity that disrupts the site’s operation. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials if you register for newsletters or other services.
How is intellectual property handled?
All content on Media Grid UK – including text, images, graphics, video, data and layouts – is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws, owned by or licensed to Sliema Media Limited. You may not reproduce, distribute, republish or commercially exploit any material without our prior written permission. For details on how to request reuse or report infringement, see our Copyright & Takedown Policy.
Trademarks and trade names used on this site belong to their respective owners. Nothing in these terms grants you any right to use the Media Grid UK name or logo without consent.
What are our disclaimers and limitations of liability?
Media Grid UK provides content for general informational and journalistic purposes only. It does not constitute medical, financial, legal or professional advice. You should not rely solely on our articles when making decisions; always consult a qualified professional for specific circumstances. We do not guarantee that the information is complete, accurate or up‑to‑date at all times.
To the fullest extent permitted by English law, Sliema Media Limited and its employees, editors and contributors shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of or reliance on content published on this site. This includes indirect or consequential losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such loss. Nothing in this section excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for fraud.
How do we handle external links?
Our site may contain links to third‑party websites for reference or convenience. We do not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy practices or availability of those external sites. You access them at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third‑party site you visit.
Affiliate links are clearly disclosed in accordance with our Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure. These links generate a small commission for us at no extra cost to you, but they do not affect editorial coverage or recommendations.
What governing law applies to these terms?
These Terms of Use and any disputes arising out of your use of Media Grid UK are governed by the laws of England and Wales. The courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction over any claims. If you are a consumer based elsewhere, you may also have additional rights under local law, but any legal proceedings must be brought in England and Wales.
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
How can you contact us about legal matters?
For all legal queries, including complaints about intellectual property, defamation, privacy or breach of these terms, please write to our legal team at legal@mediagriduk.uk. We aim to acknowledge all legal correspondence within five working days. General editorial concerns can be sent to complaints@mediagriduk.uk and are handled under our Complaints Procedure.
You may also contact our Editor‑in‑Chief Jonathan Pierce directly at jonathan.pierce@mediagriduk.uk or by post to the registered office in Malta. Your privacy is important; please see our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy for details on how we handle personal data.
Our commitments
- We will always identify ourselves clearly as Media Grid UK, owned by Sliema Media Limited, with full contact details and editorial leadership listed on our About Us page.
- Every article published will be written by a named journalist, reviewed by an editor and fact‑checked; any errors will be corrected promptly under our Corrections Policy.
- Sponsored content, affiliate links and commercial partnerships will always be clearly labelled, and no commercial relationship will ever dictate editorial conclusions.
- We will not use AI tools to fabricate quotes, sources, interviews, bylines or expert profiles; all published material is approved by a human editor as set out in our AI & Automation Policy.
- We will treat all users fairly, respect your privacy and handle complaints transparently under the jurisdiction of England and Wales, with a named point of contact for legal matters at legal@mediagriduk.uk.