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Motion · S6M-16785 · 11 Mar 2025

Circulation Rises for Three Top West Coast Newspapers

Lodged by Tim Eagle (Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party) Standard Motion 27 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament welcomes the news that the Campbeltown Courier and the Argyllshire Advertiser both recorded an increase in their weekly sales in 2024; understands that they recorded a 10.3% increase in average weekly sales, according to data from the Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC), while the Oban Times recorded a flat year-on-year circulation; notes that sales across the whole Wyvex Media portfolio grew 5.7%; understands that it was the only UK publisher to increase its overall circulation in 2024; further understands that the Campbeltown Courier and Argyllshire Advertiser doubled their number of digital subscribers, while the Oban Times saw an 84% increase in its digital subscribers; recognises what it sees as a combination of top quality journalism across Wyvex Media's titles, and a focus on delivering local news and a loyal readership being the main reasons for these positive ABC figures; believes in the value and importance of local media, and congratulates all involved in Wyvex Media'a titles for what it sees as this tremendous success.

Supporters (27)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.