The Government has confirmed that the Communications Bill will be introduced in this Parliamentary session, prompting speculation that it could be unveiled by the end of the week.This morning’s Queen’s speech on the opening of Parliament confirmed that the Bill, which is expected to clear the way for a major shake-up of the media industry… Continue reading Government To Press On With Communications Bill
Total US magazine advertising revenue increased by 7.5% in October to $1.7 billion, according to the latest data from the Publishers Information Bureau (PIB). The number of advertising pages for October was 22,387, down 0.2% from last year. In the year-to-date, revenue closed at $13.4 billion – an increase of 2.2% – and ad pages… Continue reading ‘Cautious Optimism’ Seen In Improving US Magazine Revenues
Granada has secured the exclusive rights to all of the Marple and Poirot books and is planning a TV comeback for the sleuths.It is understood the ITV Network has committed itself to 24-hours of programming from the duo over the next four years, in a multi-million pound deal.David Suchet will be returning to the role… Continue reading ITV Hopes Sleuths Will Find Audiences
Freeview could be facing an uphill struggle to attract audiences with research showing that only 5% of households plan to switch to digital TV in the next twelve months. The latest DART survey from Ipsos-RSL suggests that 47% of adults are unaware of the concept of free-to-view TV. This low awareness extends to the low-cost… Continue reading Freeview Could Face An Uphill Struggle
Freeview could be facing an uphill struggle to attract audiences with research showing that only 5% of households plan to switch to digital TV in the next twelve months.The latest DART survey from Ipsos-RSL suggests that 47% of adults are unaware of the concept of free-to-view TV. This low awareness extends to the low-cost adapter… Continue reading Freeview Could Face An Uphill Struggle
The Government is believed to be considering plans to further relax the radio ownership regulations in a move that would make way for greater consolidation within the industry.According to a report in today’s Guardian, proposals that could trigger a number of take-overs and mergers between commercial radio groups are likely to be included in the… Continue reading Further Consolidation For Commercial Radio?
Forever Broadcasting, the Newcastle-based independent radio company, this morning announced an operating loss of £2.1 million from its five radio stations in the year ended 30 September 2002. Turnover at the group rose by 27% to £3.8 million during the year. Commenting on the results, chairman John Josephs said: “Although the year was more difficult… Continue reading Forever Broadcasting Looks At Management Buy-Out
BSkyB has bought out its three original partners in the British Interactive Broadcasting (BIB) business by issuing shares to the groups and so dissolving the partnership between them and Sky. BT, HSBC and Matsushita were all partners in the BIB venture when it was developed towards the end of the 1990s, but their contract enabled… Continue reading BSkyB Takes Full Control Of Interactive Service
The ASA has upheld complaints against a Vodafone press ad on the grounds that it could encourage dangerous driving.The ad, which appeared in The Times newspaper’s Play supplement, depicted a partly clothed couple on the bonnet of a car, with the woman straddling the man. The ad stated: “Get the flirting over with before you… Continue reading ASA Upholds Further Complaints Against Vodafone
ISBA has issued a new set of guidelines urging its members to beware of the legality of advertising on non-conventional billboard sites.The guidance calls on advertisers to be cautious when using “special” billboard sites such as building wraps and one-off roadside spectaculars. It also advises brands to insist their outdoor specialist indemnifies them against the… Continue reading ISBA Issues Guidance On Non-Conventional Billboard Sites
