New Forest Dispatch is taking part in Indie News Week 2026
New Forest Dispatch is taking part in Indie News Week 2026.
Indie News Week is a national celebration of independent news publishers and the vital role they play in keeping communities informed.
From 15-21 June, independent publishers across the UK will be hosting events, sharing their work, and connecting with readers.
And this year, New Forest Dispatch is taking part too!
Story Clinic
Free Story Clinic sessions
As part of Indie News Week, I’m opening my diary for six free Story Clinic sessions.
Whether you’re:
a resident concerned about a local issue
a community group trying to raise awareness
a business looking for media coverage
or someone with a story idea they think deserves attention
…you’re welcome to book a free 15-minute session.
There is no charge and no obligation.
Just practical advice, ideas and guidance based on my experience as a journalist and PR consultant.
Just click the button below to reserve a spot…
Support NFD
Can you help support independent local journalism?
New Forest Dispatch is free to read.
This Indie News Week, my goal is to find 10 supporters to help fund future reporting and continue building an independent news publication for the New Forest.
Longer-term, I’d love to work towards New Forest Dispatch becoming a sponsor of the New Forest Show and strengthening its place in the local community.
If you value clear, independent reporting on the issues affecting local people, I’d be incredibly grateful if you’d consider becoming a supporter.
Thank you for reading, supporting and sharing New Forest Dispatch.
And if you’d like to book a Story Clinic session, I’d love to hear from you.
Kerri L Watt
Editor, New Forest Dispatch
