Thu Sep 12 13:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Newsquest Surpasses 100,000 Digital Subscribers, Record Audience Reached

**Warrington, UK – September [Date]** – Newsquest, the UK’s leading local media group, has announced a significant milestone: exceeding 100,000 paying digital subscribers across its network of news brands. This achievement comes alongside a record-breaking total audience figure, with Newsquest websites attracting 187 million article page views in August, a 13% increase year-on-year.

The company introduced a “soft paywall” to most of its major local news sites in 2020, allowing readers to access a limited number of articles for free before requiring a subscription. This strategy appears to have been successful, with Newsquest now generating over £0.5 million per month in revenue from digital subscriptions alone.

Henry Faure Walker, CEO of Newsquest, expressed his delight with the results: “The demand for digital subscriptions has exceeded our expectations, and it continues to grow at a rapid pace. Simultaneously, we’re also seeing impressive growth in our overall digital audience, with 57.5 million visitors to our sites in August reading a record number of articles. This data clearly demonstrates the immense demand for trusted local news and the power of our local platforms, which typically reach more than 75% of local communities each month.”

Newsquest’s success in attracting both subscribers and overall audience suggests a strong future for local news in the digital age. The company continues to invest in its digital platforms, offering subscriber-only newsletters and an ad-light environment for paid subscribers.

**About Newsquest:** Newsquest publishes over 200 titles across the UK, including The Warrington Guardian, the Brighton Argus, and many other regional newspapers. The company is committed to providing high-quality local news and information to its communities.

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