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Why do I need to create an account to access your content?

It is no secret that the local newspaper industry is going through a challenging time. As more readers change their habits from buying newspapers to reading news online, investment in local journalism has fallen because, despite the advertising that you see on local newspaper websites, the revenue generated by these adverts is not enough to cover the cost of our newsrooms.

We want to build a more sustainable business so that we can continue to invest in trusted, high-quality local journalism - and that means asking our loyal readers to support us by registering to read our content. You will get a set number of news articles for free before you have to subscribe.


Why should I support the Cambridge Independent?

Supporting the Cambridge Independent and cambridgeindependent.co.uk means supporting the local community. The newspaper is dedicated to making a difference and has won UK Weekly Newspaper of the Year awards five times on the trot (Newspaper Awards). With Cambridge going through huge changes and development, it is more important than ever that the community stays well informed. We offer in-depth, independent, coverage of the issues that affect you. We hold our councils and local authorities to account, support the work of charities, offer in-depth coverage of business, science and education, a comprehensive guide to what’s on and culture in the region and unrivalled coverage of a broad range of local sport, including thorough coverage of Cambridge United, alongside other football clubs, rugby, hockey, athletics, rowing and much more. The Cambridge Independent is committed to backing our region and keeping readers informed with trustworthy, high-quality journalism. We put quality at the heart of what we do - but we can’t do it without you.


Loyalty.

Just like you, we love this area and will always support it and the people who live here. This means celebrating the achievements of people, supporting events and festivals, standing up for nature and the environment, and reporting on the individuals and groups that help make our home special.

With your support we have helped raise £1m for a new surgical robot at Addenbrooke’s, campaigned for more trees to be planted, supported East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices, helped homelessness charities and amplified community voices over issues of concern.

Every day, we are out and about keeping you informed, entertained and involved in what is happening around the region - and our award-winning photographer is there to capture the moments like no one else.

And we offer a voice to the community, with columnists covering a host of issues and topics to inform, spark debate and entertain.

By supporting your local newspaper you make sure that stories are told from each community within our city and beyond, helping to keep those communities alive and connected.


Trust.

Trusted news is vital in ensuring you are kept reliably informed on the decisions and changes that affect your daily life.

By supporting the Cambridge Independent and cambridgeindependent.co.uk you also back our team of journalists, who are trained to the highest standards and are subject to the strict professional standards set out by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). We are there to cover meetings and ensure important decisions on issues like planning are reported on and scrutinised properly so that you know if your authority is doing its job properly.

We explain in depth how big issues impact on our region and affect you, your family and local community - and we’re also on hand to support smaller communities as well and give them a voice.


How can I get access to all Cambridge Independent content?

To get unlimited and advert-free access to cambridgeindependent.co.uk as well as access to the full digital e-edition of the Cambridge Independent newspaper every week and the IM News app, featuring our full archive and access to all our sister titles too, you'll need to choose from one of our great value subscriptions here. There are great options for individual or family subscriptions and packages for businesses too. Once you've signed up we’ll email you your account details along with links to our Premium subscriber-only website, e-editons and app.


What will you use my data for?

We understand that some readers may be hesitant about registering their details with us, but we want to assure you that your privacy is of the utmost importance to us. We'll never share your personal information with third parties, and we take all necessary measures to ensure that your data is secure.

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