PPA Next Gen Board applications open
After a successful inaugural launch in 2023, applications are now open for the latest PPA Next Gen Board 2025/2026 cohort, closing on Thursday 24 October 2024.
Immediate launches first-party data solution
Immediate has announced a new full-scale first-party data solution called Prism.
Secretary of State says big tech needs to do more to support publishers
At the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, Lisa Nandy, Secretary of State for the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), emphasised the need for large tech companies to promote trusted content on their platforms.
PPA Next Gen Awards: guest speaker announced
The PPA Next Gen class of 2024 will be celebrated later this month.
PPA’s Head of Public Affairs reflects on Party Conferences
The party conference season allows party leaders to engage with stakeholders and set out the strategic priorities for the coming year.
Immediate releases third annual climate impact report
The report outlines the company’s progress in reducing its environmental footprint and promoting sustainable practices within the media industry and highlights how the company is on course for a 30% reduction in emissions by 2030.
Condé Nast: UK Chief Business Officer appointed
Luke Robins will be the UK Head of Industry – Fashion, Luxury & Beauty.
Implementation of EU deforestation regulation delayed
Following growing concerns from global partners, the European Commission is proposing an extra 12-month “phasing-in” period.
PA Media appoints new Editor-in-Chief
Lefley will take over from Pete Clifton, who recently decided to step down having led the national news agency’s editorial operations since January 2015.
Just Ask: helping independent retailers grow print magazine sales
Just Ask, the campaign that allows stores to sell more print magazines, including titles they don’t stock on the newsstand, has recently relaunched.
National Trust Magazine launches digital version exclusively for Trust members
For the first time, more than 5.5 million National Trust members can choose to receive a print or digital version of National Trust Magazine.
Liberal Democrat tech spokesperson sponsors Bill to regulate AI
Tim Clement-Jones, a member of the House of Lords, has introduced a Private Members’ Bill to regulate the use of automated tools in public sector decision-making.
Ofcom report: the future of the universal postal service
As part of their plans to reform Royal Mail, earlier this year Ofcom asked businesses to share their views on the future of the universal postal service – this interim report includes a summary of the responses and next steps.
The PPA Next Gen Board: applications open soon
This initiative is a vital part of the PPA’s strategy to amplify younger voices and foster inclusivity across the magazine and specialist media sector. Applications open on 30 September 2024.
PPA AI Demo Day: key takeaways
How AI is being used to create new and innovative customer experiences that drive performance.
Barb and PAMCo announce test for shared data collection
Barb and PAMCo will run a beta-stage trial of shared data collection in October 2024, to be carried out by mutual data-collection partner Ipsos.