Liz Truss has been busy since her tenure as the shortest-serving prime minister. After a chaotic seven weeks at Number 10 and an economy teetering on the edge of catastrophic meltdown, she could be forgiven for heading off for a long lie down in a darkened room. However, instead of laying low or pivoting to […]
In today’s unpredictable and fast-paced media landscape, even the most experienced spokesperson can stumble when faced with a tough question or unexpected situation. Considering the speed at which news spreads and the ever-evolving way in which journalists and the public can reach and engage with organisations, it’s more important than ever for professionals who represent […]
What is an inquest? An inquest is a public, fact finding inquiry to establish who the deceased was, when and where they died and how they came about their death. A coroner must hold an inquest if the cause of death is still unknown; the person might have died a violent or unnatural death; or […]
PR crises can emerge suddenly, threatening to unravel carefully crafted reputations and stakeholder relationships. It is important to recognise the early warning signs and understand how to navigate crises for any corporates, regardless of size or stage of development. In exploring the anatomy of a PR crisis, we dissect each layer to help inform corporate […]
Knowing how to communicate effectively with the media is a valuable skill for any senior leader, in-house communications team, or spokesperson, but it becomes an urgent necessity when an organisation is in crisis or at risk of suffering long-term reputational damage. The pressure of being in front of the camera and microphone is extremely high, […]
How can a proactive approach to crisis PR planning help businesses in the leisure industry? We analyse scenarios and measures to adopt for a fast and effective response to crises.
In this blog, we examine the most likely crisis scenarios involving charities and share the best strategies they can adopt to be prepared.