Daily Press Summary | Wednesday 17 September 2025

Top UK artists urge Starmer to protect their work on eve of Trump visit
Paul McCartney, Kate Bush and Elton John among creatives arguing that Labour’s AI proposals could result in ‘an artist’s life work to be stolen’.
The Guardian

F&F Continues to Style It Out for Autumn/Winter Collection Collection
BBH London and director Alex Prager transform everyday mishaps into chic, cinematic moments.
Little Black Book

Trainline campaign champions different types of travel
Trainline has released a campaign designed to champion different types of travel.
Campaign (£)

New AI deal could rapidly boost UK economy, says Microsoft boss
Microsoft says its new $30bn (£22bn) investment in the UK’s AI sector – its largest outside of the US – should significantly boost Britain’s economy in the next few years.
BBC News

Honda launches review of EMEA media account
Honda has launched a review of its EMEA media planning and buying account.
Campaign (£)

Publicis Media bags Aldi globally
Publicis has landed another whopper media account.
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Tom Knox departs MullenLowe
Tom Knox, the chairman of MullenLowe UK, is leaving the Interpublic agency at the end of the month.
Campaign (£)

UK ad exports group to lead trade missions in October
The UK Advertising Exports Group (UKAEG) will lead two trade missions in October to showcase UK creative capabilities while fostering commercial opportunities and collaboration.
The Media Leader

Hula Hoops and McCoy’s owner awards $110m global media account to PHD
Intersnack Group, owner of snack brands including Hula Hoops, McCoy’s, Tayto and Tyrrells, has named PHD as its global media agency of record following a competitive review.
Campaign (£)

Heart Breakfast hosts confirmed for Tuning In 2025
With one week to go, Jamie Theakstone and Amanda Holden, the stars of Heart Breakfast, have been confirmed as speakers for Tuning In 2025.
Radiocentre