Brontë Schiltz - Journalist Profile | Connect with top journalists

Beats

Biography

Northern Correspondent at The Big Issue and News Editor at the International Network of Street Papers (INSP). Formerly Digital Content Editor at Big Issue North and Editorial Assistant at aAh! Magazine. Contributor to Horrified, Spooky Isles, GIGsoup and Backbench.

Content

Total articles 154

• Available on paid plans

  Big Issue North's response to proposed PIP cuts

  By Brontë Schiltz Verified

  Mar. 17, 2025

• Available on paid plans

  Christmas canines! Meet the magical dogs who've changed the lives of Big Issue vendors

  By Liam Geraghty Verified, Steven MacKenzie Verified, Isabella McRae Verified, Brontë Schiltz Verified, Hannah Westwater Verified

  Dec. 05, 2024

• Available on paid plans

  Join us in calling for a national alcohol strategy

  By Brontë Schiltz Verified

  Oct. 30, 2024

As seen in

Company Info

The Big Issue in the North

Big Issue North is a regional edition of The Big Issue, a street newspaper that began in London in 1991. It serves the northern regions of the UK and is part of a larger network that includes editions across Scotland, Wales, and England. The publication aims to provide homeless and vulnerable individuals with a means to earn an income by selling the magazine on the streets. The organization focuses on employment and income generation, empowering vendors to improve their socio-economic status. In addition to selling the magazine, Big Issue North offers social support services through The Big Issue Foundation, assisting vendors with housing, health, personal finance, and addiction issues. The magazine features a mix of local and national news, culture, and social issues, making it a valuable resource for readers. Big Issue North also produces special editions and merchandise to enhance its offerings.