ITV looks set to enter new ground this year by broadcasting a programme that has been bought and paid for by an advertiser. The deal involves coverage of the 1993 IndyCar series in America featuring Nigel Mansell.A number of the ITV companies, including Carlton, Yorkshire and Meridian have so far agreed to receive the series… Continue reading ITV Unique Sponsorship Deal
In a bid to improve disappointing ratings performance GMTV is to switch a number of presenters. Eamonn Holmes will move alongside Fiona Armstrong from next week, replacing Mike Wilson. If ratings improve as a result it would appear that Wilson will be moved to host a one hour 0600-0700 slot prior to the main event… Continue reading GMTV – All Change
Gruner & Jahr launched an Hello-style magazine in France last week called Gala. They have made no comment as regards to suggestions made in the trade press that they will launch a UK version.Gruner + Jahr: 071 245 8700
Reed Business Publishing’s Personnel Today has been redesigned to aim for the managerial/director end of the market. Advertising rates to the fortnightly title have also increased.Reed Business Publishing: 081 652 8008
According to an article in today’s Marketing Week, Emap is poised to make an offer for International Thomson Business Publishing, thus taking it ahead of Morgan Grampian in the business league. Colin Morrison, chairman of EMAP Business Publishing denies, however, that ‘any deal is planned immediately’.EMAP: 071 404 5513
Regional newspaper publisher Adscene has announced pre-tax profits up 31% to £946,000 for the 6 months to 28th November, and earnings per share up 51% to 4.54p.
The future of sales house IRS remains unclear after its parent company Crown Communications was placed in receivership last week. An announcement is likely towards the end of the week (Newsline 29/1).
Sir David Calcutt yesterday defended his recommendation that the PCC be replaced by a statutory tribunal. Giving evidence to the Commons National Heritage select committee he said unless there is statutory regulation the press will be given an “endless succession of last chances.” Calcutt explained that his proposal to fine newspapers should only be used… Continue reading Calcutt Defends Press Review
From 15th February Children’s ITV will have a new look. Renamed CITV, the channel will provide a ‘continuous flow of programmes, promotions, information and commercials, without the previously distinct junction between shows.’ On screen presenters will be replaced by new characters and animations, plus guest appearances by celebrities and viewers. The premise for the new… Continue reading Revamp For Children’s ITV
Southern Radio has sold the Essex based station Mellow 1557 to a consortium led by David Cocks, former managing director of CNFM.Mellow holds the AM licence in Tendring and covers a broadcast area of 150,000 adults.
