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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 […]
The sudden arrest of an employee, particularly for serious allegations such as fraud or safeguarding matters, creates an array of communication challenges for any organisation. The implications are far-reaching: internal morale, external reputation, and operational continuity are all at stake. Heres how to approach this delicate situation and how our retainer product can provide the […]
Our recent webinar with Specialist Partner, Mike Pearse, focused on preparing spokespeople against the backdrop of an ever-changing media landscape. The media landscape has undergone significant changes over the last 10-15 years, something which is characterised by the rise of social media, the immediacy of news. Journalists not only heavily rely on social media for […]
In todays 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, its more important than ever for professionals who represent […]
In recent years, the landscape of employee activism has shifted dramatically, reflecting a broader cultural shift of social awareness, generational values, and the rising expectation that organisations demonstrate their impact on society. Employee activism can be a useful vehicle for organisational change and there are issues that leaders should expect to have to negotiate on, […]
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 […]
Every school is responsible for keeping pupils safe and recruiting teachers that will also prioritise the well-being of students. Reports submitted to the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) show a year-on-year increase in the number of referrals for teacher misconduct a 47% increase in the number of referrals in 2022/23 and a 91% increase compared to […]
Reputation matters for all types of organisations, regardless of their size, industry, or stage of growth. In the early days of business as they build their brand, startups can find it particularly challenging when it comes to forming trusted relationships with the media and industry professionals in the same sector. When starting out as a […]