Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 75991

Local Government: Local Press

Tabled: 9 September 2025

Answered: 26 September 2025

Question

Sir James Cleverly

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of (a) retaining, (b) reforming and (c) removing the requirement for (i) applicants to councils and (ii) councils to place statutory not

Answer

Ian Murray

The Government is concerned about the sustainability of local journalism and DCMS is developing a Local Media Strategy, in recognition of the importance of this vital sector. We also recognise that local press continues to play a vital role in informing l...

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