Final pitches for big ad deals

Two coveted advertising accounts are entering final pitch stages: Esat BT and the National Safety Council.

Two coveted advertising accounts are entering final pitch stages: Esat BT and the National Safety Council.

Final pitches for the National Safety Council will be held on March 30, according to sources. Incumbent Lyle Baillie International is on the shortlist, along with McConnells and QMP Publicis.

A quick decision is expected with a heavy agenda promised for 2005.

Spend is between €2 and €4 million.

It is understood that McCann Erickson and Irish ...