News in the Advertising And Media sector - written by Hanna Sharpe
Consortium in bid approach for The Scotsman newspaper - Mon, 24 Aug 2009
A consortium of Scottish businessmen is attempting to purchase The Scotsman newspaper from struggling owner Johnston Press. [more]
The Observer receives its first bid approach - Fri, 14 Aug 2009
The Observer newspaper, which could face being shut down as part of a strategic review for parent company Guardian Media Group, is beginning to attract unsolicited bids from third parties. [more]
Setanta close to administration - Mon, 08 Jun 2009
It is thought likely that Setanta, one of Britain's largest sports broadcasters, will shortly be placed into administration as it has failed to secure a deal that would rescue the busi [more]
Johnston Press to sell Irish newspaper titles - Thu, 12 Mar 2009
Johnston Press, the publisher behind 300 publications in the UK, faces uncertainty if it does not secure new bank loans or sell its Irish newspapers at a good price. [more]
Virgin Media considers a sale of TV business - Wed, 25 Feb 2009
Virgin Media is considering selling its television channels division in order to raise funds to help pay off its debt. [more]