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Local news provision and local public service performance

A report by Alma Economics exploring the role of local news in supporting local government administrations.

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This research explores the role of local news in supporting local government administrations. In particular, it examines how local journalism promotes transparency and accountability, ultimately contributing to more effective local governance. To explore this question, the study adopts both qualitative and quantitative approaches.

You can also read the report as a PDF - Local news provision and local public service performance (PDF). If you are using your phone, you might need to view the PDF horizontally. The PDF version may not be fully accessible for screen readers.

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Published 17 March 2026
Last updated 7 April 2026 show all updates
  1. A link to the Alma Economics PDF version of the report was added.

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