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standfirst

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standfirst [ˈstændˌfɜːst]
n
(Communication Arts / Journalism & Publishing) Journalism an introductory paragraph in an article, printed in larger or bolder type or in capitals, which summarizes the article


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STANDFIRST Councillor Ian Maher, Cabinet Member for Regeneration at Sefton Council and NewHeartlands Board Member, adds: "The Homes and Communities Agency''s continued investment in the NewHeartlands Pathfinder area is a positive sign of the continuing success of the programme in Sefton.
Then I noticed the odd phrasing in the standfirst, which explained (partially at least) their provenance, and which also implied that Kate McCann had not sanctioned publication.
The standfirst described Rusal as 'one' of the world's largest aluminium producers when it should have said Rusal is the world's largest.
 
 
 
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