50 years of local government
Yesterday, 1 April 2024, marked 50 years since a huge national shake up to #localgovernment structures and public service provision as we know it. It’s when Bournemouth, Christchurch and [...]
Public affairs – the must-have skill for 2024. Are you ready?
A general election will almost certainly see fresh national policies on housing, health, education, planning, transport and more, all of which have an impact on local public services and decisions. Add [...]
The rise of fake news – a local problem
When I hear the phrase “fake news” it is more often than not being spat out by a certain US-politician, using it as a double bluff to dismiss and [...]
Lifetime Achievement. Who, me???
I was nominated for the Lifetime Achievement recognition in the Comms2point0 #UnAwards23. This is a bit of a long read, and I apologise, but I've been reflecting on this [...]
Campaign planning with a difference!
It’s easy to subscribe to campaign planning theory, but often much harder putting this into practice, combining a strategic approach with practical implementation planning. If you want to turn [...]
Creativity in campaigns – you can do it!
Have you nailed your campaign planning model but always hand over the creative to your graphics team or an external agency? It's a familiar situation, often borne out of [...]
It seems I am a trainer….!
I suppose it shouldn't come as a huge surprise - I've spoken at numerous industry events during my career, and am a mentor through the LGcomms Future Leaders programme. [...]
