Summary: Southern Cross Media Group, which merged earlier with Seven West Media and owns major TV and radio assets, announced plans to cut 250–300 roles after a sharper-than-expected deterioration in the television ad market. Most reductions target mid- and back-office and corporate functions, and the company also flagged a significant write-down against legacy content contracts and downgraded earnings guidance. Management framed the moves as a necessary reset to align costs with market realities and capture scale benefits, while unions and industry bodies warned of the broader impact on regional journalism and local content production.
Press Moves UK – August 2026
Marketing Week: Virdi, Amrit joins as Senior Reporter. Marketing Week: Carroll, Niamh joins as News Editor.Saga Magazine: Tyler, Kirsty joins as Head of Content - Publishing. Country Living: Ando, Maddy joins as Acting Style & Interiors Editor (maternity cover)....
