DC Thomson is a privately owned British media company founded in 1905. Headquartered in the UK, it employs approximately 850 people. The company's operations span a range of media, including newspapers, magazines, radio and television assets, and events. Its core business is in technology, information, and media production and distribution.
DC Thomson reported a £93.8 million pre-tax profit for the year ending 31 March 2024, a significant turnaround from a £161 million loss in 2023. This financial recovery follows a period of restructuring which included the closure of four magazines and a radio station, resulting in redundancy consultations with approximately 55 employees. Following these consultations, the company anticipates a reduction of around 35 roles across various departments, including the data journalism team, marketing insights magazines, and Beano Studios. Despite these job losses, Lesley-Anne Kelly's appointment as editor of PA's RADAR unit, which uses AI for data journalism, signals a continued interest in data-driven reporting.
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