Category: Lesley Simpson

On the up

On average, by what kind of percentage have your inkjet print consumables gone up so far this year? A few companies have recently announced more price hikes for digital media so just wondering…

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Powering up or ploughing on?

News that the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has written to Ofgem’s CEO Jonathan Brearley regarding energy standing charges and the adverse impact they’re having on SMEs prompts me to ask if they are causing your business...

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Not so fantastic plastic

A landmark resolution was reached at the fifth United nations Environmental Assembly in March 2022 to develop an international legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution. Round four of the Global Plastics Treaty...

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Weather watching

Yes, the weather is atrocious for April (well it is here anyway). The high winds have me thinking about high climbers – by which I mean those poor bods having to attempt hi-rise outdoor graphics installations. Wondering to...

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Showing off?

The VM & Display Show runs next week (16-17 April, Business Design Centre in London). Will you be attending? Will you be actually exhibiting? I see a number of PSPs will be – which is great to see. I aim to get along to have...

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29 September to 1 October, 2026
The Print Show

https://www.theprintshow.co.uk/

Where?

NEC Birmingham, UK • Hall 1

What is it?

The Print Show is committed to helping visitors discover new opportunities for their business, demonstrating that print is so much more than simply putting ink on paper. With access to exhibitors from all corners of the industry, all free of charge, The Print Show is an event that cannot be missed.

Now in its 10th anniversary year, The Print Show is established as the most important and best-attended industry event in the UK, and is still the only exhibition entirely dedicated to the UK print sector. The Print Show is the primary meeting point for the market, offering visitors the opportunity to see the latest technological developments, meet and network with peers, and access advice from some of the leading experts in print.

30 September 2026
The Print Industry Awards

Where?

National Conference Centre, Birmingham.

What is it?

The Print Industry Awards celebrate excellence across the print and visual communications sector, recognising the achievements, innovation and talent that drive the industry forward. From outstanding print businesses and suppliers to individual professionals, the awards highlight the very best in print, digital and visual communications. Backed by decades of industry expertise, the Print Industry Awards provide a platform to showcase success, raise standards and honour those making a real impact.