Radio advertising levels at Capital Radio are shaping up to be poorer than expected in November, according to an outlook in the group’s results for the year to 30 September 2002.Capital says that October and November are expected to show an 8% decline in advertising levels and whilst October was already known to be weak,… Continue reading Capital Radio Shares Plummet As Profits And Revenues Dip
The Government has confirmed plans to further relax the radio ownership regulations, in a move that clears the way for further consolidation within the sector.Culture Secretary, Tessa Jowell, will announce later today that the local radio ownership rules would be revised to ensure that there are at least two commercial radio operators, in addition to… Continue reading Government Confirms Relaxation Of Radio Ownership Rules
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 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?
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
The media sector was seen mixed on Tuesday, as investors mulled positive results from Vodafone, speculation that the Bank of England is to issue a warning over the likelihood of a steep decline in house prices and continued concern over unfolding events in Iraq.Reuters was seen under pressure wiping out gains it had made last… Continue reading Sharewatch
Radio listening in the UK is on the up. On average, each listener now tunes in for a shade under 24 hours a week, according to latest data from RAJAR. The figures show a steady rise since the beginning of 1999, when average listening was 22.4 hours. Total hours listened has risen by 10.4% in… Continue reading Feature: BBC Fights Back
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 than… Continue reading Forever Broadcasting Looks At Management Buy-Out
Lycos UK has secured a £250,000 online and offline promotional deal with British Airways.The campaign, which aims to increase forward bookings for British Airways, will feature ads on Lycos UK, as well as permission based SMS, email marketing and chat sponsorship.Lycos is in discussion with external sites including Guardian Unlimited, E-Bay, Bargain Holidays and This… Continue reading Lycos Secures British Airways Promotion
