Scotland has long had a vibrant local press.

There are currently more than 100 Scottish newspapers. From small, rural communities covered by weekly papers, to larger towns and cities covered by their own daily, newspapers are an integral part of life for many of us and their journalists have chronicled our history over the last 200 years, publicising local events and debates, marking milestones, highlighting local achievements and challenges while keeping a watchful eye on those in positions of influence.

Independent local journalism is a cornerstone of