Richard helps Alder’s clients manage reputational issues across a range of sectors. As former Managing Editor of The Sunday Times and a board director of Times Newspapers Ltd for over a decade, Richard has an unrivalled understanding of how the media works, what it wants and how best to respond when your reputation is challenged.
He led teams of lawyers during the worst corporate crisis in News Corporation history, was a consultant to the Director of the Serious Fraud Office and both Houses of Parliament and has given evidence in person to select committees and other government inquiries.
As director of communications for Whitehall’s largest department, Richard ran national policy campaigns for five Secretaries of State. And as the Middle East communications consultant for the UK Prime Minister’s Office and Cabinet Office, he has counselled ministers and Royal Offices in Jordan and Oman.
Areas of expertise include media, crisis communications, public affairs, healthcare and business.
Our clients rely on us to manage a wide range of sensitive issues. For a free, no-obligation conversation, please phone us on 020 7692 5675 or email us on [email protected], and we will get back to you as soon as possible.