Daily Press Summary | Friday 7 November 2025

ITV in talks to sell television business to Sky
ITV has said it is in “preliminary” discussions to sell its broadcasting business to Sky for £1.6bn, a move that could reshape the UK’s television landscape.
BBC News

Kylie Minogue to appear at Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball
Kylie Minogue will headline night two of Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard at The O2 in London on Sunday 7 December.
Radio Today

Tom Goodwin: We stopped being smart after we built smart machines
Opinion: Tom Goodwin argues that our real battle with technology isn’t about AI taking over, it’s about us giving up.
The Drum (£)

Reckitt consolidates $700m European media account with WPP
Reckitt has consolidated its European media planning and buying account into WPP, following a process in which all six networks were invited to pitch.
Campaign (£)

Former John Lewis marketing boss to join Boots UK
Charlotte Lock steps into the role of senior vice-president, customer and marketing at Boots UK, following the departure of former UK CMO Pete Markey in June.
Marketing Week (£)

Disney teases 2025 Christmas ad directed by Taika Waititi again
Disney has released a teaser for its 2025 Christmas ad on its social media channels.
Campaign (£)

Watch: Schuh channels Christmas nostalgia in new Christmas campaign
Schuh has launched a new Christmas campaign celebrating the emotional power of gifting through the ages, as the fashion footwear brand builds on its Same But Different creative platform.
Marketing Beat

Aviva shortlists three agencies in creative review
Insurance company Aviva has shortlisted three agencies in its creative review.
Campaign (£)

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