The Arts Council has awarded £92.25 million of National Lottery funding to three film franchises. Pathe Productions, The Film Consortium and DNA Film Ltd. The money will be used to make 90 films over the next 6 years.The investment is intended to enable the consortia to work on a variety of films, as they do… Continue reading Big Boost For British Film Industry
Speaking at the annual general meeting of United News & Media Lord Steven of Ludgate, the company’s chairman, said that he was “pleased to report that the Express is making good progress” with its redesign being “well received by readers.”He announced that circulation of the titles has now stabilised and weekday sales have exceeded the… Continue reading United Pleased With Express
Xfm, the winner of the last London FM licence, has announced that Katz Radio Sales will become its sales house.Chris Parry, managing director of the Indie radio station, said: “The commonality between Xfm and Katz has become so apparent over the months: we have both had our separate past struggles and share an overwhelming desire… Continue reading Xfm Appoints Sales House
The 1997 Banner Survey was published yesterday. The annual study analyses the purchasing and readership habits of computer decision makers in all types of businesses.The survey found that computer buyers in user departments, not IT professionals, are becoming harder to target by marketing campaigns because of a major shift in their reading habits. There has… Continue reading The 1997 Banner Survey
The Saturday edition of the Daily Mail has increased its cover-price by 5p to 45p. A source in the circulations department at Associated Newspapers said that if there were plans for a Monday-Friday price rise he “had not been told about them.”…The Evening Standard, also owned by Associated, is running a 12-week subscription offer which… Continue reading Saturday Mail Increases Cover Price
Michael Bukht is standing down as programme controller of Classic FM after more than five years.Bukht, better known as Michael Barry, BBC 2’s Food and Drink programmes chef, has relinquished his position on medical grounds. He has accepted a consultancy role with the GWR Group and will continue his work at the BBC and his… Continue reading Classic Lose Controller
The National Heritage Secretary, Chris Smith, appointed Julian Eccles as his special advisor today.Eccles was formerly a public affairs consultant with the public relations consultancy Hill and Knowlton, where he specialised in broadcasting and IT issues. He has been involved with the Labour Party for many years.Department of National Heritage: 0171 211 6200
Movie Plus, a monthly film magazine launched this week.The title aims to cater for 18-35 males who are fans of blockbuster films. Published by Inside Publications, Movie Plus is on sale now at £2.40. A full review of the magazine will appear on Newsline tomorrow.Inside Publications: 01462 436 785
Japanese advertising agency Hakuhodo is looking to buy out a number of London agencies as part of its plans to expand in the UK, according to a report in Campaign magazine. Hakuhodo has apparently hired a consultancy firm to make first-level contacts with various agencies which it believes would complement the firm’s existing London office.
