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Few crises are as predictable as the one threatening to engulf the university sector as academic institutions find themselves increasingly under the spotlight. In a shift towards additional public accountability, the government has announced it plans to publish league tables ranking institutions by the proportion of students going on to graduate jobs or further study. […]
We’re pleased to share that Alder has been ranked in the 2025 Chambers and Partners Crisis & Risk Management Guide for Crisis PR & Communications. Chambers is widely regarded as one of the most respected independent directories of professional advisers. Its rankings are based on detailed research and client feedback, and we’re proud to be […]
We’ve all seen the familiar press announcements… “We’re delighted to partner with an organisation that shares our values and like-minded mission, delivering increased impact and strategic alignment going forward…“ Beautiful. Meaningless. Everywhere. In communications, we are in the business of communicating, yet too often we see the same clichés tossed around ad nauseum. Below, we […]
When an employee is arrested or charged with a criminal offence – particularly one likely to attract public or media interest – the communications challenges can be significant. Navigating this situation requires care, confidentiality, and co-ordination between HR, legal and communications teams. How you manage internal and external messaging can have a lasting impact on […]
Public inquiries in the UK are designed to investigate matters of serious public concern – from major health or safety failures to decisions made by public bodies or private organisations. While inquiries are not about determining criminal or civil liability, they can place an organisation and its leadership under intense scrutiny. Many law firms offer […]
Inquests are a vital part of the judicial process, designed to establish how someone died – particularly in unexpected or unexplained circumstances. However, they can also be high-profile, emotionally charged events that attract significant media interest. For organisations involved, how they respond – and are seen to respond – can have a lasting impact on […]
Select Committee hearings are a key mechanism for Parliamentary scrutiny – and when your organisation or leaders are called to give evidence, the stakes are high. Hearings are public, often televised, and closely followed by the media, campaigners, and stakeholders. While legal teams may be involved in briefing and preparation, this is fundamentally a reputational […]
In the age of AI-everything, it’s tempting to hand over complex tasks to algorithms – including the drafting of crisis communication manuals. But while AI might help you create informative blog posts for your organisation’s website (though not in this case!), a crisis comms manual is something else entirely. These documents aren’t just about words. […]
Sentebale, the charity co-founded by Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, has long been an internationally respected organisation doing vital work to support children affected by HIV/AIDS in southern Africa. However, in recent weeks, the charity’s future has seemed uncertain after it has found itself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons, as […]