Time Out launches podcast series
Time Out London editor Joe Mackertich invites famous Londoners to show him around their favourite parts of the city whilst sharing anecdotes.
ABC named as first UK certifier for Journalism Trust Initiative
As an approved certifier, ABC will offer UK-based publishers the audit required for Journalism Trust Initiative (JTI) certification.
PPA Next Gen Awards: entry deadline extended to 28 July
The PPA’s Next Gen Awards (previously known as the PPA 30 under 30 Awards) are currently open for entries, but the closing date is looming.
PLS appoints new Chief Executive
Publishers’ Licensing Services (PLS) has appointed Tom West as its new Chief Executive, effective from 1 November 2023. West, the current PLS Chief Operating Officer, will be taking over from Chief Executive, Sarah Faulder, who retires from PLS at the end of October.
PPA Scotland Awards open for entries
The PPA Scotland Awards recognise the talent, creativity, and innovation across the vibrant world of Scottish specialist media.
How to write an award-winning entry, by Collingwood Advisory
Pauline Coulter, Senior Advisor, Collingwood Advisory reminds us why it’s important to enter awards, and shares her tips for writing a winning entry.
PPA to submit a response to Digital and Communications Committee inquiry into Large Language Models
The House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee has launched an inquiry into Large Language Models (LLMs) which will consider how the Government and regulators should respond to them over the next one to three years.
Parliamentary debate on AI: MPs reiterate the PPA’s concerns about copyright and transparency
Several MPs have echoed the PPA’s calls to Government to address issues with transparency and copyright in a recent parliamentary debate on Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The Daily Mail and General Trust (DMGT) makes strategic investment in What on Earth Magazines Ltd
What on Earth Magazines publishes and owns Britannica’s What on Earth! Magazine, which launched in partnership with Encyclopaedia Britannica in April 2022 and is now one of the fastest-growing children’s magazines.
PPA Independent Publisher Awards open for entries
The PPA Independent Publisher Awards celebrate the businesses, teams, and individuals who are delivering standout work, seeking new innovative approaches to best serve their audiences, and who have made a difference in their sector.
Immediate Media partner with Werther’s Original for exclusive campaign
Confectionery brand Werther’s Original and Immediate Media have announced a multi-platform campaign aimed at inspiring Immediate’s audience of home cooks to sample the Werther’s Original collection through a series of bespoke recipes and content.
Air Business partners with Carbonology to reduce carbon footprint
Air Business has worked with Carbonology Ltd to create an Emissions Monitoring System, to track performance for both consumption (electricity, gas, water, etc.) and emissions, whilst also helping to streamline the process for meeting mandatory reporting requirements, including Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR).
Bauer Media appoints Lisa Sinclair to Group Editor role
Bauer UK Publishing has named Lisa Sinclair as its new Group Editor for its celebrity portfolio, she will begin her new role from 10 July.
DC Thomson names new editor of The People’s Friend
The world’s longest-running women’s magazine has appointed respected editor and journalist Stuart Johnstone to lead the title.
PPA Awards 2023
Last night, the publishing industry gathered at City Central at The Hac for the annual Professional Publishers Association (PPA) Awards. Hosted by actor, comedian and TV presenter Ellie Taylor, the industry celebrated the outstanding achievements, innovation and progress made across UK special interest media.
New PPA member: Citywealth
Private wealth industry experts Citywealth have signed up as PPA members