A digital advertising platform created after a collaboration between more than 20 regional newspaper publishers has been nominated at this years’ British Media Awards.

Newsquest, Johnston Press and Local World came together in November with a host of smaller groups to establish 1XL, which allows adverts to be sold across 800 local websites.

The platform has been included in the Launch of the Year category alongside Bauer Media, EMAP, Haymarket Network, ASOS and others.

The awards take place on 6 May at The Brewery, in London.