Dale Vince Expresses Interest in Buying The Observer

The renewable energy tycoon offers to safeguard the newspaper's editorial independence if Tortoise Media's acquisition deal falters.

Dale Vince, founder of green energy supplier Ecotricity, has confirmed his interest in purchasing The Observer from Guardian Media Group (GMG).
Vince proposes holding The Observer in a trust to protect its editorial independence, similar to the current Scott Trust model.
Tortoise Media, a digital media start-up led by former BBC News director James Harding, remains in exclusive negotiations to acquire the title, with a decision expected by Christmas.
The proposed Tortoise deal has faced backlash from Observer staff, former editors, and union members, with a 48-hour strike planned next week to protest the sale process.
GMG has stated that no other bids with substantive details, including Vince's, have been received beyond Tortoise Media's offer.