Belfast Live is proud to celebrate a decade of success. From humble beginnings in a highly competitive news landscape, Belfast Live has grown to become Northern Ireland’s largest commercial news brand, continuing to expand its audience year after year.

When launched in 2015 the website was created to be a news brand of relevance and immediacy to a new audience and reflective of changing news habits.  It was the first of Reach’s ‘Live’ news brands, setting the stage for four more in Ireland—Dublin Live, RSVP Live, Cork Beo, and Galway Beo – and quickly established itself in Belfast and then throughout NI.

Over the past decade, Belfast Live has become Northern Ireland’s leading commercial news site.  Reflecting on this remarkable journey, Sheena McStravick, Editor of Belfast Live, said: 

“What a truly momentous milestone to see Belfast Live mark 10 years since its launch! From humble beginnings amidst a very competitive news scene, Belfast Live has grown to become the best read commercial news-brand in Northern Ireland, and we’re still growing our audience year on year. Our strength has always been our committed and very talented team of journalists who work tirelessly 365 days a year, 7 days a week, without them, Belfast Live couldn’t be what it is today. As the media landscape evolves, one thing that was constant from the start and will continue long into the future is our commitment to serving all communities as well as holding those in power to account.”

Cherith Andrews, Sales Director of Belfast Live, added:

“It has given us great pride to watch how Belfast Live has captured the imagination of the advertising industry over the last decade. It is the only NI brand that can reach all communities at grassroots and is proving ever popular with the elusive younger audience – we believe it has become an essential part of the local media mix. A special mention must go to our talented and creative sales team, who I believe are the best in the market.”

As Belfast Live celebrates this incredible milestone, it remains committed to expanding its reach, engaging its audience, and upholding its commitment to quality journalism. Here’s to the next decade of success!