The Bishop's Stortford Independent, part of the Iliffe Media Group, is a trusted and informative brand that aims to provide high-quality news and entertainment to the Bishop's Stortford community and its surrounding area. With a focus on celebrating the local community, including businesses, schools, sports clubs, and community groups, the Bishop's Stortford Independent offers distinctive and intelligent editorial content along with effective advertising solutions. Led by editor Paul Winspear and news editor Sinead Corr, both with strong ties to the town, the team is based at 12 North Street in the town center, a historic address synonymous with local newspaper publishing since 1861.

The Bishop's Stortford Independent is politically neutral and encourages interaction and engagement, serving as a trusted source of local news and information. Additionally, the brand maintains high editorial standards, is regulated by IPSO, and follows the Editors' Code of Practice to ensure ethical and reliable journalism