MyLondon is a digital news platform providing local and regional news, features, and information about the city of London, United Kingdom. It is operated by Reach plc, a major British newspaper, magazine, and digital publisher. The service was launched in September 2018 as part of Reach plc’s strategy to consolidate its online news offerings under a unified brand for the London market.
Ownership and Management
MyLondon is owned and managed by Reach plc (formerly Trinity Mirror). The platform forms part of Reach’s broader network of regional digital news sites, which also include titles such as Manchester Evening News, Wales Online, and Scottish Sun. Editorial oversight is provided by a team of journalists based in London, headed by an editor‑in‑chief appointed by Reach plc.
Content and Coverage
The site publishes a range of content covering:
- Breaking news and developing stories within the Greater London area.
- Local news for individual London boroughs, including council decisions, community events, and public services.
- Features on lifestyle, culture, entertainment, sport, transport, and business relevant to London residents.
- User‑generated content and community contributions, such as letters to the editor and local photographs.
Articles are frequently updated throughout the day, and the platform also provides a mobile‑friendly website and dedicated applications for iOS and Android devices.
Audience and Reach
MyLondon targets London’s approximately 9 million residents and commuters, as well as visitors seeking up‑to‑date information about the city. Reach plc reports that the site receives several million unique visitors each month, making it one of the most visited regional news sites in the United Kingdom.
Historical Context
The launch of MyLondon followed a broader industry trend in the 2010s toward consolidating local newspaper brands into larger digital platforms. By aggregating content from multiple borough‑level news outlets that Reach plc previously owned, MyLondon sought to provide a single, comprehensive online destination for London‑specific news.
Related Entities
- Reach plc – the parent company, which also publishes national newspapers such as the Daily Mirror and the Daily Express.
- London Live – a regional television channel also owned by Reach plc, though it operates separately from the MyLondon website.
References
- Reach plc corporate communications, press release announcing the launch of MyLondon, September 2018.
- Media analysis reports on regional digital news traffic in the United Kingdom, 2020‑2023.
Note: All information presented reflects publicly available, verifiable sources as of the knowledge cut‑off date of June 2026.
