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Big Issue launches new WhatsApp channel for behind-the-scenes updates and exclusive insight

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Big Issue is now on WhatsApp!

Join the official Big Issue WhatsApp channel to get the latest news and analysis from our editorial team.

Plus, we’ll take you behind the headlines and give you exclusive insight into how our award-winning journalism is put together. It’s a rare chance to find out how the stories you read are made. You’ll get more juicy details from must-read interviews, the inside scoop on how our agenda-setting investigations come together, and deeper dives into the truly important stories. There’s plenty you won’t find in the magazine – or our website.

Joining is super easy, just follow these steps: 

1. Scan the QR code or head to our WhatsApp channel

2. Once the channel opens, click ‘Follow’ in the top right

3. Click the bell icon in the top right if you would like to turn on notifications, so you never miss an update.

Probably more interesting than your group chat, let’s be honest.

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