Daily Press Summary | Wednesday 29 April 2026

Bauer unveils study on attitudes to audio advertising
Audio is moving firmly into core media plans, with most advertisers planning to maintain or increase spending according to a new report from Bauer.
Radio Today

Radiocentre crowned Media Trade Body of the Year in Campaign Media Company Awards 2026
Winners of the inaugural Campaign Media Company Awards were revealed yesterday and we are delighted that Radiocentre has won Media Trade Body of the Year.
Radiocentre.org

Social media restrictions for under-16s even if no ban, minister says
The government is committed to implementing social media restrictions for under-16s but ministers must “make sure it works” before introducing changes, the Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has told the BBC.
BBC News

Henkel appoints WPP to global creative account
Henkel, the German company that owns brands including Persil and Schwarzkopf, has appointed WPP to handle global creative duties.
Campaign (£)

Meta found in breach of EU law for failing to keep children off platforms
Commission says tech company does not have effective measures to keep under-13s off Facebook and Instagram.
The Guardian

Q1 expected to be “worst quarter” for WPP’s new business in 2026
WPP chief financial officer Joanne Wilson has said the operating company’s new-business performance should pick up throughout 2026 as she expects Q1 to be the “worst quarter” for net new business this year.
Campaign (£)

Lady Gaga and Doechii Release Fashion Anthem for ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
Directed by Parris Goebel and produced by Merman, the electrifying promo blends couture, club culture and razor-sharp choreography, setting the stage for the film’s hotly anticipated release this Friday. LBB’s Olivia Atkins reports.
Little Black Book

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