Press & Media
The Katie Trust has been covered by national and regional media across the UK and Ireland. Below you will find a record of that coverage, together with information for journalists and media professionals who want to get in touch.
James Brannigan, Founder, The Katie Trust
For interview requests, background briefings, comment on domestic abuse, coercive control, unexplained deaths or investigative learning, or to request access to campaign materials, please contact us directly.
[email protected]We aim to respond to all media enquiries within 24 hours.
Coverage
A record of media coverage of The Katie Trust, Katie Simpson's story, and the Justice Beyond the Gate campaign.
Feature-length documentary telling Katie Simpson's story, the investigation into her death, and the questions that followed. The film provides essential context for understanding why The Katie Trust was founded.
Coverage of the formal launch of The Katie Trust and James Brannigan's call for systemic change in how unexplained and suspicious deaths are investigated.
Coverage of the joint campaign between The Katie Trust and The Bridle Path Initiative, calling on equestrian and rural organisations to adopt safeguarding standards and recognise the signs of coercive control.
If you have covered The Katie Trust and your coverage is not listed here, please get in touch and we will add it.
Background
Background reading and resources for journalists covering The Katie Trust, Katie's story, or the issues the Trust works on.
About The Katie Trust
Background on the Trust, its founding, and its areas of work.
Katie's Story
A full account of Katie Simpson's life, her death, and the questions that followed.
Justice Beyond the Gate
The Trust's national campaign on coercive control, unexplained deaths and safeguarding in equestrian and rural communities.
Professional Learning
Training and learning resources for safeguarding professionals, police, legal practitioners and commissioners.
Resources and Downloads
Delegate packs, briefing documents and campaign materials available to download.
The Katie Trust can provide expert comment, case context, and access to lived experience for journalists working on stories about domestic abuse, coercive control, unexplained deaths, safeguarding failures, or bereaved family support.
Contact the Press Team