Breaking news from Brand Republic - P&G, Reebok, Marie Stopes, BT, Egg, Bet365, SMG, BR Video

View in web browser View text-only version Blackberry version Mobile version Add to safe senders list Latest news P&G blames marketing costs for Q4 profit drop by Mark Banham 04 August 2010, 08:48AM The world's largest advertiser, Procter & Gamble, has reported a 12% drop in profit during the fourth quarter, after increasing its global advertising spend by more than $1bn (£627m) in the past year, to $8.6bn (£5.4bn). Reebok reveals naked Kelly Brook for outdoor campaign by Sara Kimberley 04 August 2010, 09:14AM Reebok is unveiling a large outdoor campaign at Battersea Power Station that will feature its brand ambassador Kelly Brook wearing nothing but a pair of trainers. Abortion advice ad escapes ASA censure by Mark Banham 04 August 2010, 08:00AM A controversial ad for Marie Stopes International, the health advisory organisation that offers abortion advice, among other services, has escaped a ban from the Advertising Standards Authority despite receiving 1,054 complaints. BT rapped for instant broadband claim by Jennifer Whitehead 04 August 2010, 09:05AM BT can no longer claim it offers "instant" internet access after a number of complaints led to a ban on a press ad for its fibre optic broadband. Egg banking brand set for sale again by Jennifer Whitehead 04 August 2010, 09:41AM The Egg banking brand is up for sale, with owner Citigroup looking to offload it after only three years. Bet365's 'free £200 bet' ad lands it in hot water by Jennifer Whitehead 04 August 2010, 12:01AM Bet365 has been told that it must ensure any online ads offering free bets are only one click away from the terms and conditions of the offer, after a complaint about one of its campaigns. Clarke appointed head of Starcom MediaVest Group Sports by Katherine Levy 04 August 2010, 09:30AM Starcom MediaVest Group Sports, the sports marketing division of SMG, has named Robin Clarke as its new director. BR Video: Public positive about Five but unsure of Desmond by Daniel Farey-Jones 04 August 2010, 09:40AM After Five's recent acquisition by Richard Desmond we asked people what they liked about the channel and whether Desmond buying it was a good thing. Intelligence Agency and brand leagues, pitch activity, company results, market forecast and more Visit intelligence   Also in the news Crozier explains why ITV passed on Five deal by Maisie McCabe, 03 August 2010, 03:31PM Think BR: ITV has a window of opportunity it must make pay by Martin Bowley, 03 August 2010, 01:26PM COI to cut 40% of staff as marketing freeze hits by Daniel Farey-Jones, 03 August 2010, 10:30AM Adidas targets sports enthusiasts with training app by Daniel Farey-Jones, 03 August 2010, 02:16PM Think BR The latest comment from our columnists and leading industry figures Visit Think BR From the blogs TEDxLahore Sabene Saigol Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:24:00 GMT Shell out less Ian Moore Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:13:00 GMT I am a Renault 4. My name is Amy. Lolly and Nat Tue, 03 Aug 2010 08:51:00 GMT YOU CAN'T NOT HAVE A BRAND Dave Trott Tue, 03 Aug 2010 08:24:00 GMT Are You Sleeping On The Job? Rachel Brushfield Tue, 03 Aug 2010 07:44:00 GMT Latest jobs Senior European Email Marketing Manager Recruiter Amazon EU Sarl Salary Undisclosed - negotiable Location Luxembourg Creative Services Account Manager Recruiter Comic Relief Salary £32,244 - £37,786 Location London Senior Display Executive - Fantastic Digital Agency! Recruiter Propel Salary £22000-£22000 Location North West London New Business Manager Recruiter Direct Recruitment Salary £45000 - £50000 Location Planning Director Recruiter Dynamic New Alliances Salary £80K - £130K depending on exp. Location Account Manager Recruiter The Blueprint Salary £26000-£30000 Location London Manage my bulletins Unsubscribe from bulletin © Haymarket 1957 - 2010 All rights reserved News Jobs Blogs & Forums Tenders