The media’s moving in new ways
By Andy Pearson
Local papers have had it tough in recent years – so changes are afoot.
And some of those changes are exceedingly positive, such as the growth in events staged by the South Wales Evening Post.
The threats of new technology, an evolving society and recession have put newspaper companies in a tricky position.
But they remain hugely influential and have been able to start growing their businesses in new ways.
Establishing
The Post, for instance, is establishing itself as a key events organiser in Swansea Bay.
The roster now includes an awards shindig for community heroes, a business prizes event and fashion showcases.
On Thursday, February 24, the Post quite rightly moves into the political arena.
That evening sees the paper and its Swansea Bay Business Life magazine host a Question- Time-style event at Swansea’s Dragon Hotel.
Future
The subject is March 3’s public vote on the future of the Welsh Assembly. White Rock Consulting is on board for the event.
First Minister Carwyn Jones will be attending along with Graham Morgan, director of the South Wales Chamber of Commerce, Ian Price, assistant regional director of the CBI in Wales, and Swansea University economics professor Dr John Ball.
The debate will be opened by Post editor Spencer Feeney and chaired by Business Life editor Wyn Jenkins.
Post business editor Rupert Hall said businesses from across the area would be represented.
Opportunity
He told me: “It’s about giving businesses the opportunity to ask questions about what a ‘yes’ vote will mean to them.”
March 3 sees voters have their say on whether the National Assembly for Wales should have the right to pass laws on all subjects in the devolved areas without needing the agreement of the UK parliament first.
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