Syndication: FAQs

1. I would like to get a copy of a picture for personal use, what should I do?

You should call our Photo Sales Department or write to them, with full details of the photograph required, at the following address:

Readers Photos
Independent House,
191 Marsh Wall
London
E14 9RS

Telephone: +44 (0) 20 7005 2534
photographs@independent.co.uk

Or go to our website to browse and purchase images for your personal usage: www.independent.co.uk/photography.

2. Is all content in the papers owned by Independent News and Media?

The Independent and Independent on Sunday use many freelance writers in addition to staff writers, photographers and graphic designers, therefore we do not always hold the copyright to a particular piece of text, photograph, cartoon or graphic.

3. What is the "News Service"?

We send out our "News Service" electronically and in a format of your choice 364 days a year (there is no newspaper on Christmas day and therefore no service the prior evening). We have a dedicated Editor who selects and sends out a selection of relevant news, business, feature, lifestyle, fashion and sports articles on the night of publication in London.

4. Who does Syndication sell to?

There is no longer a typical Syndication Client, with requests from such a vast array of companies, organisations and individuals due to the variety of content featured in our newspapers on a daily basis that it is very difficult to pigeonhole the type of client who buys content.

5. Do we supply content from all the Independent News & Media titles?

Yes

6. Where are Syndication's offices?

Independent House,
191 Marsh Wall,
London,
E14 9RS.

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7005 2000
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7005 2488
syndication@independent.co.uk

7. Can we reproduce Letters to the Editor?

'Letters to the Editor' may not be used in a commercial context.

8. Can I submit letters to the editor?

'YES'. You can do this by writing to:
The Editor,
Independent House,
191 Marsh Wall,
London,
E14 9RS

Letters@independent.co.uk
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7005 2056

Please include your full street address and daytime telephone number. Letters may be edited.

9. Can I photocopy articles for classroom use?

Licences to photocopy articles for educational establishments are available. You should contact The Newspaper Licensing Agency on the following for more information and a licence:

NEWSPAPER LICENSING AGENCY
Lonsdale Gate
Lonsdale Gardens
Tunbridge Wells
Kent TN1 1NL
t:+44 (0) 1892 525273
f:+44 (0) 1892 525275
copy@NLA.co.uk

10. Can I reproduce an article in my dissertation?

Provided you are a student you may reproduce our material inside your dissertations and essays provided it is not published in anyway. Prominent credit must be given to the author and the paper in question.

11. Can I reproduce The Independent and Independent on Sunday mastheads?

You must contact the Syndication department to discuss your planned context and use of the masthead.

12. Who should I speak to about Reprints?

Any reprint request should be directed to the Reprint and Licensing Centre. Please contact them directly.

www.rl-centre.com
info@rl-centre.com
Tel: +44 (0) 870 766 0988

13. Am I allowed to copy articles to send to my friends (in the post and electronically)?

The general rule is 'NO'. You should consult our Terms & Conditions for advice at www.independent.co.uk/legal.

14. Can I reproduce an advertisement?

'NO', the company who took out the advertisement retains all copyright.

15. Where can I get copies of photographs that appear in the paper?

In most instances a credit is featured next to the photograph. If it is from an Agency then contact them directly, as they will own the copyright. If you are still unsure then contact the Syndication department

16. Can I link articles from my website/blog to your website without paying?

In certain instances this is possible but it is always best to check with us first about possible copyright and usage issues. Do look at our Terms & Conditions for further information. www.independent.co.uk/legal.

17. How can I get hold of backdated copies?

We do not supply backdated copies, however recent. To obtain one please contact:
Historic Newspapers
Tel:+44 (0) 870 165 1470

18. I only want to make a couple of copies?

You will still need to seek copyright approval from the syndication department.

19. Can I link to articles on your website (without paying)?

Many people believe that as content is in the 'public domain' that they do not have to get copyright approval to use it. We would advise reading our Terms and Conditions before posting it on your website! www.independent.co.uk/legal.

20. I am researching a topic and wish to find relevant pictures/articles.

The Syndication department would be more than happy to assist but search charges can be incurred, depending on the scale of the search.