What are the main criteria used for determining which Letters to the Editor the paper publishes on a daily bas

Answer 1

Basically, it comes down to what the newspaper receives. Some weeks, the amount of letters is a mere trickle, and the chances of an individual letter going in are pretty good. Other times, it's a bit of a crapshoot.

What might help your odds? The eyes glaze over when a "regular" is heard from. A newspaper wants as many different viewpoints as possible. Something that needs little to no editing is nice. And naturally, get to the point quickly. If you don't, it will head for the trash.

Answer 2

I used to write many "letters to the editor" in the Birmingham Post and Mail. All these letters were always published but to answer your question I think its up to the editor himself who has the last say.I also think that providing the letters are sensible and not defamatory they will be published. Try it out.

Answer 3

In a National Paper it helps if you are already a known person, ie an MP, or Writer, or well known business man etc. If your letter is short and topical it stands a better chance of being printed. You will be encouraged to try again even if you are unsuccessful.