The Cairncross Review has some novel ideas for the future of journalism, but will they resolve key dilemmas?

In a world where content is king, there is something anachronistic about the way in which various branches of the media are currently overseen. Rather than more regulation, perhaps we need less

Damian Collins, chair of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee, said he hoped solutions could be found that did not involve the creation of a new organisation (Getty)

The publication of the Cairncross Review into a sustainable future for journalism brings together some difficult truths about the economic impact of the internet on traditional news media.

Much of the narrative is well-worn.

Within 15 years, the way in which news is consumed has changed radically. The internet has given us access to multiple sources of information, often for free; and the dominance of major search engines and social media platforms has created a filter through which most people view journalism.