The BPMA continues to host regular webinar sessions for its members and reminders for the next session on 11th March will cover the recent budget and what the industry should look to take advantage of plus hosting a range of topics in the coming weeks.
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The latest adspend figures show a marked upgrade in prospects compared with October 2020 and it is now expected the UK’s ad market will grow by 15.2% this year,
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On Friday 11th December, the BPMA hosted a quiz in aid of Mind, the mental health charity.
As the next edition of Product Media Magazine hits the presses today with a packed edition looking at gifting, packaging, Brexit and more, Product Media is now planning its next edition.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has extended the furlough scheme for one month until the end of April 2021.
The pandemic this year has and will continue to impact every sector, business and household. With further restrictions announced, the new year still presents the industry with uncertain trading conditions with Brexit transition.
In October, we invited BPMA members to take part in the first stage of an ongoing industry survey to monitor how we continue to respond to the ongoing trading conditions
New year, new features list
Look out for the next packed issue of Product Media magazine out in January.
In October, the BPMA was approached by the GPMA, the Graphics and Print Media Alliance, to join its ranks to approach Government with further lobbying on behalf of the wider industry.
On Monday 9th November, the BPMA took part in its first debate as a sponsor of the Debating Group, partnered with the IPIA, the Independent Print Industries Association.
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Presented during the virtual BPMA Conference, CEO Carey Trevill revealed a summary of consumer reactions to merchandise. The research, paused at the start of lockdown, examined topical questions about consumer expectations for merchandise and goods such as face coverings and hand sanitiser together with recall for merchandise.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced yesterday a new Jobs Support Scheme operating from 1st November, leading from the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme closing on 31st October, available for another 6 months.
Long awaited research is being released this week at the BPMA Conference. At a special session hosted by BPMA CEO Carey Trevill, she will be examining the first of a two part research project undertaken by the BPMA for member use.
New guidance explains how to use the UKCA (UK Conformity Assessed) marking which replaces the CE mark in Great Britain.
It’s the middle of August and usually time for a well-earned break before the next phase of the year. With holidays taking on a special significance for many this year as we pause and look ahead at the signs of change, we look to indications of growth and optimism from the end user market to influence thinking and planning. Look out for industry research report and views in this newsletter.
End user research carried out by the DMA has indicated a mixed bag when questioned about the impact Coronavirus has had on the ability to carry out marketing programs. With 52% still feeling pessimistic, evidence shows that customer trust is building back in brands to as much as 40%. When considering impact of the ability to carry out marketing programs during this period, 40% of marketers reported it was the same with 27% saying it had improved.
If you tried to apply early on in lockdown for a discretionary grant or didn’t think you would be successful, local councils have reopened this to businesses. BPMA Chair Angela Wagstaff advised Supplier and Distributor forums to not delay seeking this extra available funding.
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