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View in web browser View text-only version Blackberry version Mobile version Add to safe senders list Latest news F1 sponsors join global forces to enhance global deals by Ed Kemp 24 August 2010, 09:00AM The top 100 Formula 1 sponsors have clubbed together to form an alliance aimed at maximising their return on the £458m they invest in the sport each year. WPP returns to growth with 36% profits lift by Arif Durrani 24 August 2010, 10:00AM WPP plc, Sir Martin Sorrell's media, research and advertising group, has posted a 36% lift in pre-tax profits for the first half of 2010, fuelled by a strong advertising recovery in the US and return to growth in the UK. YouTube relaunches mobile video site by Sarah Shearman 24 August 2010, 09:05AM YouTube has rolled out an updated version of its mobile video site that is faster, more touch-friendly and has a greater ability to share videos via social media platforms. Rainey Kelly lands £6m Ferrero Rocher account by Daniel Farey-Jones 24 August 2010, 10:00AM Ferrero Rocher has appointed Rainey Kelly Campbell Roalfe/Y&R to its £6m advertising account, which includes its key Christmas activity. Pot Noodle TV ad campaign spoofs Hollywood films by John Reynolds 24 August 2010, 09:35AM Unilever is to create a spoof 'Northern' version of hit movie franchise The Fast and the Furious to promote its latest Pot Noodle range. Ofcom rejects complaints from Kellogg and Nestlé over C4 documentary by Jennifer Whitehead 24 August 2010, 09:50AM Ofcom has rejected complaints made by Kellogg and Nestlé-owned Cereal Partners over Channel 4's 'Dispatches' documentary, called 'What's in your breakfast?'. UBS in new brand campaign and Formula 1 tie-up by John Reynolds 24 August 2010, 09:25AM UBS, the Swiss bank, is undertaking its first brand advertising campaign in more than two years and has signed up as a Formula 1 sponsor as it bids to restore its reputation as a trusted brand. Intelligence Agency and brand leagues, pitch activity, company results, market forecast and more Visit intelligence   Also in the news Tesco 'drive-through' trial receives lukewarm reception by Gemma Charles, 24 August 2010, 09:30AM Matalan push focuses on TV by John Reynolds, 24 August 2010, 09:30AM Coalition MPs target advertising airbrushers by Nicola Clark, 24 August 2010, 09:00AM Think BR The latest comment from our columnists and leading industry figures Visit Think BR From the blogs Innovation in lead generation Andrew Colwell Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:21:00 GMT When is the SWASTIKA a brand for good and not evil? Chris J Reed Tue, 24 Aug 2010 05:41:00 GMT How to succeed in business like Vlad the Impaler! George Parker Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:21:00 GMT Art with heart Greg Taylor Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:43:00 GMT The Observer becomes market leader in one f'ing ranking Arif Durrani Mon, 23 Aug 2010 12:17:00 GMT Latest jobs Account Director Recruiter Direct Recruitment Salary £48,000 + bens Location London International SEO Strategist. Recruiter Propel Salary £36000 - £40000 per annum Location West End Creative Group Head Recruiter Dynamic New Alliances Salary £40K - £50K Depending on experience Location London Account Manager Recruiter Adgistics Limited Salary £Competitive + bens Location Central London, SE1 Digital Producer Recruiter The Blueprint Salary £32000 - £42000 per annum + Bonus + Bens Location London Information Architect / User Experience Designer Recruiter PFJ Salary £400 - £500 per day Location South East England Manage my bulletins Unsubscribe from bulletin © Haymarket 1957 - 2010 All rights reserved News Jobs Blogs & Forums Tenders