Danny Williams | Managing Director | Media Division | Global Data

The language of data can sometimes be hard to understand, but not when talking to Danny Williams. This week we speak to the Managing Director of the Media Division at Global Data about the Government's changing data policy, how publishers can maximise their use of first party data and what we can learn from advertising agencies.
WIRED UK launches 'The World in 2022' issue

WIRED UK has brought the brightest industry minds together for its annual trends briefing, the WIRED World in 2022.
The Big Issue Magazine undergoes complete redesign to mark 30 years of publication

The redesign has been led by Editor, Paul McNamee, and world-famous Graphic Designer, Matt Willey.
UK Ad Spend to exceed £29bn this year with increased recovery predictions

Digital magazine brands have seen a +155.5% rise in ad spend.
Adam Baidawi appointed head of editorial content at British GQ

GQ Deputy Global Editorial Director to lead British GQ
The Budget: A Summary – October 2021

Rishi Sunak's October 2021 budget at a glance, and how some policy changes might affect PPA members.
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Matt Hayes | Chief International Brand Officer | Hearst UK

This week we catch up with Matt Hayes, Hearst UK Chief International Brand Officer. We discussed the changes he's observed in the industry in his 8 years at the publisher, why his head has never been turned away from publishing and the evolution of much loved Hearst UK titles.
Railway Modeller completes digital archive back to 1949 with Exact Editions

Model railway enthusiasts can now subscribe to the complete digital archive of leading magazine Railway Modeller, which stretches back to 1949 and encompasses more than 800 fully-searchable issues.
Natural History monthly BBC Wildlife, reveals new look

Immediate Specialist’s leading natural history monthly BBC Wildlife has revealed a fresh, new look which is designed to work across all its platforms and is the first major re-evaluation and redesign since 2006. The new issue of BBC Wildlife will be on sale from October 21st priced at £4.99.
NewstrAid to host first live event for 2 years this Christmas thanks to industry support

NewstrAid, the charity which supports people working in the sale and distribution of newspapers and magazines in the UK has announced the return of its live Christmas Carol Service thanks to support from the news trade
The Journalism Matters Campaign set to go live on November 1

The News Media Association's campaign is uniting to issue a unified message to Government about the vital role journalism plays in our society, and the increased importance of this during the coronavirus pandemic.
Sophia Alexandra Hall | PPA 30 Under 30 Student of the Year | Content Editor | Classic FM

This week we spoke to Sophia Alexandra Hall, the winner of the PPA 30 Under 30 Student of the Year Award. Though now she is making waves as a journalist, this wasn't always what she thought she'd be doing as a career. This interview covers everything from the flaws with having a '10-year plan,' the perils of shorthand, and Sophia's hopes for the future of our industry. It's an inspiring read that will leave you feeling positive about the future of journalism.
Women's Health and Under Armour launch #itstartswithabra campaign to help break down fitness barriers amongst lower socio-economic communities

The campaign supplies sports bras in bid to help reduce health and fitness barriers within communities, and launches branded content series to engage more women in physically and mentally fit lifestyles.
Stephanie Mahon announced as Editor of Garden's Illustrated

The award winning journalist and author joins Immediate Media's gardening and horticulture title.
Debrett’s Appoints Air Business for Membership Management

Debrett’s, the world’s leading etiquette authority and publisher of the renowned Debrett’s Peerage and Baronetage since 1769, has selected, long-standing PPA Strategic Partner Air Business Subscriptions to provide a range of membership management services.