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The September issue, on sale from 28 July, is focused on the theme of reinvention and is the first to be fully edited by new Editor-in-Chief Kenya Hunt.

It incorporates a design refresh as well as new content sections and contributors. A series of new features have also been launched on the ELLE UK website.

Publisher Hearst UK said the magazine’s design evolution features bright, bold photography while the fashion pages showcase a creative, playful typography inspired by early issues of ELLE UK.

Kenya Hunt, Editor-in-Chief, ELLE UK, said: “From the new thought leaders driving global movements to the UK’s emerging creatives reshaping the future of fashion, I’m proud to shine a light on the women and ideas defining our brave new era — and honoured to do it with an incredible team.

“It’s an exciting time for ELLE UK as we invite our readers to join us in making sense of this moment and forging an exciting way forward.”

Burgess has worked at the Haymarket publication since 2016, holding a variety of roles including News Editor, Deputy Editor and Executive Editor. She previously worked for titles including Automotive Management (AM), AutoTrader and Business Car.

In her new role as magazine editor, effective from August 1, Burgess will work on a refresh of the magazine in tandem with Mark Tisshaw, who will continue to oversee the brand’s full portfolio of digital and print products as Autocar editor.

She described it as an incredible honour to lead the title “into a new era at a time when the automotive industry is undergoing a once-in-a-century transformation” as the challenges and opportunities of electrification emerge.

Mark Tisshaw, Autocar Editor, said: “From the moment she joined Autocar, Rachel has stood out for her core journalistic integrity and ability, leadership and organisation – as well as a knack for asking the difficult questions of even its most senior leaders – and she will be a perfect editor to ensure the magazine thrives into the future.”

Rachael Prasher, Managing Director of Haymarket Automotive, added: “Making Rachel magazine editor was an easy decision. Whatever challenges she has undertaken in her six years with us, she has always exceeded expectations.

“She is a brilliant journalist and leader, as well as a brilliant colleague in the wider business. She has long been an inspiration to us, and I’ve no doubts she will bring new ideas to Autocar magazine while enjoying the support of Mark and the wider team.”

Dr Clark takes up her post in August 2022 from her position as Executive Editor of The Lancet.

Her appointment marks a return to The BMJ after a gap of 15 years, having held the positions of Editorial Registrar and Assistant then Associate Editor from 2002-2007.

The BMJ highlighted Dr Clark’s expertise and leadership in advancing action on the social determinants of health and climate change, gender equality, and delivering evidence-based content, policy, and strategy across international editorial environments.

Prior to The Lancet, she has held senior editorial roles at global health research organisation icddr,b in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and also at PLOS Medicine.

In 2019 she was elected to the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh and the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences for her role in advancing international perspectives and gender equity in health.

She is also an advisor to Global Health 50/50 and WomenLift Health, Chair of the Governance Council of the Canadian Medical Association Journal, and a member of the WHO Research Group on Health Statistics.

Dr Kamran Abbasi, editor in chief of The BMJ, said: “We’re delighted that Jocalyn is back at The BMJ as international editor. This is an important time for championing health and wellbeing globally by focusing on issues of equity and social justice. Jocalyn brings a wealth of senior editorial experience in those areas. Her standing in global health will be central to advancing The BMJ as an international journal in the years ahead. Jocalyn’s new role at The BMJ is good news for us, for readers, and for authors.”

Dr Clark added: “I believe passionately in the role of journals and editors to stimulate debate and drive positive change in clinical and research communities around the world. I strongly support The BMJ and Kamran Abbasi’s ambitious and vital vision to improve the health and wellbeing of people and the planet. Twenty years after starting my editorial career at The BMJ, I’m honoured and thrilled to be re-joining a team with such an impressive track record of publishing excellence and integrity.”

The increase was agreed by NewstrAid’s Board of Trustees in response to ongoing cost of living increases and will take effect from August 2022.

NewstrAid, which has been in existence for over 180 years and counts Charles Dickens amongst its past presidents, provides regular beneficiaries with a welfare payment three times a year. Rates were last increased in 2017.

The charity said this latest increase aims to provide additional financial support to the charity’s most vulnerable beneficiaries who are facing constant hardship and struggling to cover ongoing everyday living costs for themselves and their family.

Neil Jagger, CEO for NewstrAid, said: “Our regular beneficiaries are finding it increasingly difficult to cover their weekly and monthly expenses and we are hearing from people who are having to decide which meal to skip in order to pay their bills. It was therefore essential that we reviewed the payment amount at this time and we are very grateful to the Board of Trustees for agreeing a 10% increase.”

This is not the first time that the charity has increased the financial support they provide in recent months. In November 2021 they increased their Winter Comfort Grant in response to the cuts in Universal Credit, and in February 2022 awarded a booster payment to help with the ongoing cost of living increases.

Anyone with a newstrade connection who is struggling to cope with the general cost of living increases should contact the NewstrAid welfare team on Freephone 0800 917 8616.

Content for the site is currently focused on the four main categories of household, cosmetics, fitness and pet care.

It includes buying advice and products that are either recommended by a network of more than 50 experts or chosen by editorial teams in line with expert guidance.

Experts include multi-award-winning make-up artist Joy Adenuga, 31-time Grand World Jump Rope Champion Tori Boggs, top celebrity and royal hairstylist Richard Ward, fitness expert and celebrity personal trainer Fabrice Le Physique and certified dog behaviourist and trainer Adem Fehmi.

Examples of articles include The best fans to help you beat the heat, The best sun creams to protect your skin, The best yoga mats as recommended by expert yoga teachers, and The best dog beds for all sizes of dog as recommended by top animal experts.

Editor of The Recommended, Ruairidh Pritchard, said: “We’ve had a huge response to our launch from buyers who want to research products thoroughly to ensure they are spending wisely, and who value the insights and advice that The Recommended is able to offer.

“Our team of writers and their network of experts are able to respond to trends and connect with demand to ensure that The Recommended is always able to help with valuable advice on key products that buyers are seeking whether it’s fans or foundations.”

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The company said the TUPE process for staff based at Middleton's Walsall site concluded on July 14, with Jason Middleton now assuming the role of Commercial Director.

The location will now operate under the trading names of Denmaur Middleton – for all conversion business – and Denmaur Vision – for all paper and board sales that were previously associated with Vision Paper and Board.

The Denmaur website has been
redesigned to support the new brands and their products and services, while also recognising the history relating to the Middleton and Vision journey.

Denmaur said the combination of the strengths and differences between their two companies was a key factor in the pursuit of conversion and Vision business. It added that work is starting behind the scenes to explore synergies and develop opportunities, but that it is very much business as usual for staff, customers and suppliers at the Walsall site.

The company has secured partnerships with Wizz Air, Ambassador Cruise Line, TUI, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) and Northern Railway for summer 2022, and is set to launch an agreement with Secret Escapes later in the season.

Customers of partner travel firms will be offered a Readly subscription via a loyalty app or customer benefit programme.

Ranj Begley, UK MD and Chief Content Officer at Readly, said: “Travel is a hot topic and high on the consumer agenda this summer. As people spend time enjoying journalistic content while on holiday, we consider the travel sector strategically important to drive readership to our publishers’ titles. It is also a perfect fit for us to attract new readers to our platform and join the thousands of people who subscribe to our service worldwide every day.”

Readly’s content portfolio includes 6,300 digital magazines and newspapers, with regional newspapers added to the platform last month.

The July 13 issue of the 125-year-old title includes content that reflects The Duchess of Cornwall’s love of horses and dogs. It also includes her most cherished view, her favourite recipe and her champions of the countryside.

It will also celebrate the work of some of HRH’s 90-plus patronages, from Barnardo’s to The Royal School of Needlework and The Royal Society of Literature.

The commemorative issue is supported by an ITV programme, Camilla’s Country Life, which follows HRH’s journey as she works on the special issue.

Future’s subscription marketing team has capitalised on this increased awareness with a coordinated campaign to celebrate 125 years of Country Life, with a particular focus on the souvenir guest-edited issue by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall and the 6 issues for £6 subscriptions offer.

Future said the campaign has involved testing new marketing channels, assessing the potential audience size and market opportunity of Country Life magazine, and showcasing the additional value of brand factors such as the TV show.

Country Life Editor-in-Chief Mark Hedges said: ‘It is a great honour that The Duchess of Cornwall has agreed to guest-edit Country Life in July. Her Royal Highness is a passionate countrywoman and we’re delighted that she follows her husband in presiding over this commemorative edition.”

Country Life was guest-edited on 14 November 2018 by HRH The Prince of Wales in honour of his 70th birthday.

The new digital subscription costs £4.99 a month and launches with the offer of a month-long trial priced at 99p.

It will provide members with dynamic, interactive content such as exclusive members-only articles, archive content, early-access and first-reads.

Sam Gallimore, Chief Customer Officer at Bauer Media, said, “We have successfully moved the MOJO business model away from just the traditional print subscription proposition to now providing a membership model that gives the audience expert content on any device, engaging experiences, and relevant services to get the most out of their music passion. It’s great to see this investment in MOJO and the opportunity to grow further our overseas footprint. This is the key for long-term growth!”

Helen Morris, Group Managing Director, Premium, Mass, Celebrity & Entertainment, added: “This new digital subscription package – plus the recent launch of the MOJO Record Club podcast – means we now have even more ways to talk to MOJO’s loyal fans and expanding audience of music obsessives.

“We’ve never been more connected with our audience and are excited to continue to develop and innovate to provide our readers with the best experiences, both on and off the page.”

The event, which is being co-odinated by Haymarket on behalf of the News Media Association, celebrates Britain’s best national and regional journalism. It will take place at London’s Westminster Park Plaza hotel on 8 March 2023.

Inaugurated in 1963, the Press Awardsrecognise excellence across 46 categories split into two distinct ceremonies – the Press Awards for the national media and the Regional Press Awards for the country’s local and regional news brands.

As well as long-standing categories such as Newspaper of the Year, Front Page of the Year, Columnist of the Year and the coveted Scoop of the Year, new categories will recognise young journalists, digital-first initiatives and excellence in reporting of diversity.

Owen Meredith, chief executive of the News Media Association, said: “These awards are the ones everyone working in news media today wants to win. They have a long and proud history, celebrating true excellence in the world of journalism, across print and digital platforms.

"At a time when access to trusted journalism has perhaps never been more important, The Press Awards bring our industry together to champion the importance of journalism to society and celebrate truly outstanding talent.”

Philip Swinden, managing director of Haymarket Business Media, added: “We are delighted to be partnering with the News Media Association on their iconic Press Awards. We look forward to organising an exciting event that celebrates the best work in UK journalism – particularly where interest in local/national news and consumption levels across all channels has never been greater.”