We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statement (Form S-8) pertaining to the Gannett Co., Inc. Performance Restricted Stock Unit Grant Agreement of our reports dated March 2, 2020, with respect to the consolidated financial statements of Gannett Co., Inc. and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting of Gannett Co., Inc. included in its Annual Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended December 31, 2019, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP

Tysons, VA

January 8, 2021