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Regional Newspaper of the Year
For the regional title at the heart of its region
About this category
The Regional Newspaper of the Year award recognises a regional newspaper that informed, served and grew its readership this year.
The judges look for journalism that matters to the region, campaigns for its communities and a title readers rely on.
Eligibility
Open to regional newspapers in print, online or both, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.
Judging criteria
- Entries are judged on the quality of the journalism
- Readership and reach
- Service to the community and the strength of the title as a business
Qualitative criteria
- Clarity of vision and offer
- Reputation with clients, readers or listeners
- The team behind the work
Metrics
- Audience, readership or reach
- Growth and results this year
- Notable work or coverage
Additional criteria
Include links to the work, figures for the last one to two years where possible and a word from a client, reader or listener.
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