Charles Reed has been made chairman of the PPA. Reed, managing director of William Reed Business Media, steps into the shoes of Peter Phippen, outgoing chairman and managing director of BBC Magazines.

Reed joins the PPA alongside Barry McIlheney, the new chief executive, and has announced the completion of a restructuring of the organisation.

"Business media and consumer publishing are entering a phase of growth and opportunity. However, the requirements of our members have changed due to the economic downturn and the continuing high pace of technological development. The new structure is designed to give Barry the best possible base from which to build," said Reed.

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