HMRC Publishes Updated VAT Notice and Guidance on the Application of the New Zero-Rate for Digital Publications
A new section 9 has been incorporated to provide guidance on the VAT liability of supplies of certain electronic publications (e-publications) that became zero-rated from 1 May 2020.
Wired Launches A New Virtual Conference Wired Health:Tech
WIRED has announce a new virtual conference, WIRED Health:Tech. As the newest conference in its WIRED Health portfolio, WIRED Health:Tech will take place on Tuesday 22nd September as a virtual live broadcast. The conference explores the technological advances driving the future of patient care.
Egmont Magazines Ltd Partners with InterMedia
InterMedia have announced a partnership with Egmont Magazines Ltd for whom we will be delivering the subscription management of a huge new launch in the Autumn.
Vogue Unites All 26 Global Editions Through September 'Hope' Issue
Conde Nast’s Vogue is releasing its first themed global issue with its September/October edition. The “Hope” issue spans all 26 editions of Vogue with content set to run across print, digital and social platforms.
Marie Claire Launches Beauty Sampling Service
Marie Claire UK is launching Marie Claire Beauty Drawer, which it describes as the “ultimate members club for beauty-loving women”.
Centaur Media Sets Out Anti-Racism and Inclusivity Pledge
Centaur Media has set out a six-point pledge to help drive anti-racism, diversity and inclusivity in the industry.
Time Out London Pays Homage to Late Founder Tony Elliott with a Dedicated Print Edition
Time Out London’s first post-lockdown print magazine will be released on 11th August 2020 and will be dedicated to the memory of Time Out’s pioneering and much-loved founder, Tony Elliott, who died of lung cancer on 17th of July 2020. The special print edition will be published 52 years almost to the day after the first magazine, which was printed 12th August 1968.
Publisher of The Stage Acquires The Bookseller
The Bookseller has been acquired by the publisher of the theatre magazine The Stage, in a move that will see the 162-year-old book trade newspaper join forces with the 140-year-old brand. Discussions between the two organisations started in autumn 2019 and the deal is effective immediately.
Bauer Media Appoints Jill Ford as Head of HR Business Partner for the UK Publishing Business
Bauer Media has announced the appointment of Jill Ford as Head of HR/Business Partner for the UK Publishing Business, to focus on offering dedicated strategic HR support for UK Publishing. She will report directly to Chris Duncan CEO of UK Publishing and support Julia Brass, Interim Senior HR Business Partner for global Publishing.
Riz Ahmed Announced as a Contributing Editor for British Vogue
Emmy-winning actor, musician, director, writer and activist, Riz Ahmed, has been appointed as a Contributing Editor for British Vogue. Reporting directly into Editor-in-Chief, Edward Enninful, Riz’s first essay as a Contributing Editor is featured in the ‘Activism Now’ September issue of British Vogue.
Consumers Will Continue New Habits After Lockdown Bauer Insights Reveal
Since 18th March 2020, the Bauer Media insights team has been running a study tracking consumer behaviour and attitudes during lockdown.
IPSO Appoints Chief Executive and Four New Board Members
Press regulator appoints Charlotte Dewar as Chief Executive and four new Board members.
Signature Publishing Launch Special Issue of We Love Magazine
The magazine is dedicated to Trolls World Tour, the smash hit musical adventure from NBCUniversal.
InterMedia Review Organisational Structure
Following a long period of sustained growth across both Intermedia Brand Marketing Ltd and wholly owned subsidiary, Intermedia Solutions Ltd, they will be reviewing the organisational structure, to ensure the business remains best placed to serve a growing portfolio of clients and the changing marketplaces in which they operate.
Gideon Spanier | Editor-in-Chief | Campaign, Haymarket Media
For our final Radar interview before the August break, we spoke with Gideon Spanier, Editor-in-Chief of Campaign magazine and 1 of the 3 judges on the PPA Diversity Award judging panel. Spanier spoke to us about what he was looking for from a winning Diversity Initiative, what others in the industry can learn from the winning entry, Vogue, and what steps he is taking at Campaign to keep momentum around diversity in the industry.
Inspiring Young Girl Makes The UK's First Black Girls' Magazine
During lockdown, six-year-old Faith and her mother Serlina designed and printed the first ever UK magazine for black girls aged 7-14.