The first verified free distribution figure for Associated Newspapers’ London Metro, back in May 1999, was 286,805. It was an instant success and has spawned five other Metros around the country. But London’s edition is still king, with almost 400,000 now in circulation on an average day.
Top 6 free mornings ranked by distribution
Title distribution
1. Metro London 397,153
2. Metro Scotland 119,064
3. Metro North West 109,887
4. Metro Midlands 84,316
5. Metro Yorkshire 74,304
6. Metro North East 54,200
Figures are distribution July to Dec 2002
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