Hall, who is a former editor of News of the World and editor-in-chief of Hello! magazine, won eight major awards during his career as a journalist.

Stephen Gilbert, chief executive of The Printing Charity, said: "Our annual luncheon always sells out. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, hear Phil’s views on the printed word, and support our work as the national charity for people in the printing and publishing industries."

Tickets for the Printing Charity's 183rd annual luncheon, which will be held on 4 November at the Stationers' Hall in London, are priced at £85.

To order tickets, call Alison Braganza at The Printing Charity on 01293 649 366, email alison@theprintingcharity.org.uk or see www.theprintingcharity.org.uk.