These are some of my views on this digital marketing malarkey ... there's more on: AlanCharlesworth.com

Over the years – as you can see – I’ve added to this blog only sporadically. I decided to leave all the old posts ‘live’ as I think they can still be useful in helping folk understand digital marketing. Enjoy 😊

Sunday, January 18, 2026

how much?

 January 2026 saw the UK government confirm that Digital Unlimited Group, Havas UK and M&C Saachi have been appointed as it’s ad agencies of record. At the same time WPP Media has been hired “to lead government media strategy and support vital public sector campaigns”. Together the accounts are worth £1.95 billion [yes … billion].

And why is this story included here? Well, it goes on to say that these appointments are meant to “streamline [government] work to more effectively reach target audiences across the platforms. It engages with, such as TikTok, Instagram and Reddit … “

Although it also includes other media such as TV, that a LOT of money going towards three social media platforms.

Source: Private Eye #1666

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