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FIS and WMO partnership highlights the harmful effects of climate change on winter sports and tourism

Stuart Mitchell

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have announced a new partnership to raise awareness of the fact that winter sports and tourism face a bleak future because of climate change. Key messages It is the first time that the UN’s World Meteorological Organization partners with an international sports federation. WMO and its National Meteorological and Hydrological Services will provide data and expertise in joint initiatives to raise awareness and promote concrete change. A new Memorandum of Understanding commits the organizations to work together…

New CFG report reveals more to do to maximise vital Gift Aid scheme

Stuart Mitchell

CFG shares the findings of its 2024 Gift Aid survey of 100 charities. The report shows that more must be done to maximise every claim and reduce the £560m Gift Aid gap. CFG’s report – Breaking down the barriers – shares the views of 100 charity leaders on their experience of the Gift Aid scheme. The report reveals that although Gift Aid is a vital source of income for charities, many charities are still missing out on potential claims. It also highlights that more could be done to support charities…

New rule restricting broadcast ads for qualifying cryptoassets

Stuart Mitchell

The Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP) has published a new rule that explicitly bans ads for certain types of cryptoasset products from being broadcast to mainstream, non-specialist audiences. These products were already subject to such a restriction under BCAP Code rule 14.5.4, as the products are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). However, in October 2023 the FCA took on regulation of the advertising of fungible and transferable cryptoassets, a category which includes cryptocurrencies and utility (fan) tokens. These ‘qualifying cryptoassets’ were categorised as Restricted Mass Market…

New Report Finds Triple Threat Facing Marketing Agencies, Including AI

Stuart Mitchell

Funnel, the marketing intelligence platform, and market insights company Ravn Research have recentlyy released a report on the state of global marketing department and agency relations.  The report draws upon quantitative and qualitative research from 327 in-house marketing professionals and marketing agency leaders, examining existential challenges to agencies. Funnel and Ravn have found that marketing agencies are facing a triple threat: pressure from regulators and Big Tech, shortages of advanced analytical skills and changing perceptions about the value of agencies themselves, with AI and automation replacing human work in some…

European Fundraising Association (EFA) announces next step in its development with appointment of first Executive Director

Stuart Mitchell

The European Fundraising Association (EFA) has announced a key step in its development plans, with the appointment of Eva M Torsson as its first Executive Director in addition to its voluntary board. The news was announced at EFA’s Annual General Assembly, as well as a number of board changes. These include the voting in of Ceri Edwards from the UK’s Chartered Institute of Fundraising as President, with Charlotte Rydh, from the Swedish Fundraising Association, stepping down as President at the completion of her term. The creation of the Executive Director…