The News Media Association and Newsbrands Scotland have united to strengthen even further
the voice of news publishers right across the UK.
The merger will enable the two organisations to work more closely together to make the case for
trusted journalism in Westminster and Holyrood, while retaining their own existing branding and
staff.
Danny Cammiade, NMA chairman and Tindle Newspaper Group chief executive, said: “With
significant technological developments impacting all of our lives and making the value of
trusted news and editorial content ever more important, uniting the voice of news media
publishers in every corner of the UK is an important step forward in strengthening our
representation of the sector.
“We look forward to working together to ensure a free and sustainable press across the whole
UK.”
Newsbrands Scotland president David Ward, managing director of Newsquest Scotland, said:
“At a time when trust in responsible media has never been more necessary, this new
partnership will bolster Newsbrands Scotland’s position as the voice of independent news
publishing in Scotland, fit for the many opportunities and challenges for sector in a rapidly
evolving media landscape.”
NMA chief executive Owen Meredith added: “We are pleased to welcome Newsbrands
Scotland fully into the NMA, a deal which will brings publishers across every corner of the UK
together, bolstering our ability to advocate for a strong policy framework that supports local,
regional and national news media.
“In today’s uncertain world, it is imperative that we continue to make the case for why
journalism matters with a free and sustainable news media sector which invests in the
production and distribution of trusted journalism consumed by millions of people every day.”
Newsbrands Scotland director John McLellan said: “The NMA and Newsbrands Scotland have a
long and proud history of working very effectively together to make the case for a free and
sustainable press right across the UK.
“I am delighted that this partnership is going to be strengthened and believe it will deliver even
more value for the publishers we represent.”
The merger will take effect from 1 January 2025.