About andrew

During 10 years as Editor of The Westmorland Gazette, the newspaper won numerous industry awards, including the North West Weekly Newspaper of the Year in 2019.

I introduced strategies which led to massive growth in website page impressions and unique users.

I have an extensive range of contacts in Cumbria, Lancashire, Yorkshire and beyond in the fields of the media, business, education, tourism, health and farming. With a firm understanding of the way the media operates at a local, regional and national level, I know the stories that interest newspapers, broadcast and online operations and who to speak to in order to maximise the potential of having your stories published in a prominent manner.

My experience in project management included handling The Westmorland Gazette’s transition from broadsheet to compact format.

I organised fund-raising campaigns which generated tens of thousands of pounds for local charities.

I have a BA (Honours) degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Durham and hold all the nationally-recognised journalism qualifications.