Portsmouth And is an independent news outlet built around a simple idea: that a city as distinctive as Portsmouth deserves its own clear and reliable voice. From the waterfront at Old Portsmouth to the high streets of Cosham and Fratton, we follow what is happening across the island city and the communities around it.
We are not here to recycle press releases. We report on the news, events and everyday life that shape Portsmouth, in plain and honest English that any reader can trust.
What we cover
Portsmouth And reports across the city and the wider area, including:
- local news, council decisions and community updates;
- events, festivals and things to do;
- sport, with regular coverage of Portsmouth FC;
- business, transport, housing and local development;
- food, culture and life in Southsea, Gunwharf Quays and beyond.
Our goals
Everything we publish is guided by a few clear goals:
- to keep Portsmouth informed with accurate and timely reporting;
- to give local people a single, trusted place for what is happening in their city;
- to shine a light on the stories, people and places that make Portsmouth what it is;
- to grow into a news source that readers return to every day.
Our principles
We hold ourselves to standards that readers can rely on:
- accuracy first: we check our facts before we publish;
- fairness: we report in a balanced way and give room for different sides;
- independence: our editorial decisions are our own, free from outside influence;
- accountability: when we get something wrong, we correct it openly and promptly.
Our team
Portsmouth And is produced by a small team that knows the city and cares about getting its stories right:
- James Whitfield, Editor;
- Laura Bennett, News Reporter;
- Oliver Mason, Technical Specialist.
Our editor is responsible for everything we publish and for upholding our editorial standards.
Get in touch
Have a story, a tip or an event to share? We would love to hear from you. You can reach the newsroom any time through our Contact page, and your local knowledge helps us tell the stories that matter.
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