Suzanne Breen facts for kids
Suzanne Breen (born 1967) is an Irish journalist. She writes for newspapers and magazines.
Suzanne Breen's Career
Suzanne Breen grew up in Ulster, a part of Ireland. She became a journalist and has worked for many Irish newspapers. These include The Irish Times and The Belfast Telegraph.
She has also written for magazines like Fortnight and Magill. Suzanne was the editor for Northern Ireland at the Sunday Tribune newspaper. An editor helps decide what goes into the paper. She also wrote about Northern Irish topics for Village Magazine. In 2017, she became the Political Editor for the Belfast Telegraph. This means she leads the team that writes about politics.
Protecting News Sources
Journalists often get information from people who want to remain secret. These people are called "sources." Protecting sources is very important for journalists. It helps them get important news.
In 2009, Suzanne Breen faced a difficult situation. The Police Service of Northern Ireland asked her to share details about her sources. She refused to do this. She believed that sharing her sources could put her and her family in danger.
The National Union of Journalists supported her decision. Her newspaper, the Sunday Tribune, also stood by her. A court case happened to decide if she had to give up her notes. In June 2009, a court in Belfast ruled in her favor. This meant she did not have to hand over her notes or reveal her sources. This was an important decision for journalists' rights.
Awards and Recognition
Suzanne Breen has won several awards for her excellent journalism. These awards show how good she is at her job.
- Northern Ireland Journalist of the Year (1994)
- Northern Ireland Feature Journalist of the Year (1995, 1996, 1997, 2010, 2016)
- Outstanding journalism by women on the island of Ireland (1999)
