Daily Press Summary | Friday 18 January 2019

Access all areas for the next generation of diverse radio talent
250 people attended a Radio Masterclass event on Wednesday 16 January, focussed on providing support and advice for young people especially from black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.
Radiocentre.org

Jacob Rees-Mogg to present weekly show on LBC
Jacob Rees-Mogg MP is joining the presenting team at LBC to host a new Friday evening show, starting today (18th January).
Radio Today

‘Hold your nerve’: ad bosses outline strategies to cope with Brexit
Throughout the Brexit transition period, there has been a distinct lack of clarity about what impact advertisers can expect when – or if – we depart the European Union, which has made it difficult for businesses to plan for the future.
Mediatel

Commercial Radio Growth In 2019
Another eventful year is expected for commercial radio – so here’s four growth areas the team at Kalua are watching out for in 2019…
LinkedIn

ITV shares fall as broadcasters are warned not to underestimate Netflix
The market underappreciates the pace of the decline in TV consumption, say analysts.
Guardian

Zoë Ball has the voice and warmth but not so much the chat
(Opinion) Ball launched herself on to the airwaves on Monday morning at a pace it was hard to keep up with when it was still dark outside and the house had not yet warmed up. 
Spectator (£)

Deezer launches subscription free ‘Radio by Deezer’ app
Music streaming service Deezer is expanding its service to radio with the launch of its ‘Radio by Deezer’ app.
Trusted Reviews

BBC’s Deputy Director-General Anne Bulford exits
Anne Bulford, the BBC’s Deputy Director-General, has decided to leave the BBC in the spring of 2019 to pursue a portfolio of non-executive roles.
Radio Today

BBC executive on trial after Rotherham sex abuse victim’s name revealed
Court told Arif Ansari read script of bulletin, including name, before broadcast, but did not raise concern.
Guardian

News UK merges print and digital commercial team
News UK is changing its commercial publishing strategy to become brand-focused rather than platform-led as it merges its print and digital teams.
Campaign (£)

The number of smart speakers in US households grew by 78% in 2018
(US) The number of smart speakers in US households has increased by 78% year-over-year, from 66.7 million in December 2017 to 118.5m in December 2018.
Music Business Worldwide