Oliver Dean
Following from Eastern Sunday, religion – and particularly Christianity – seems to be regaining relevance in the British political scene. But will it transform British politics as we know it?
Changes made to the parliamentary register of interests could decrease transparency and muddy the lobbying waters, experts argue.
Properties which are susceptible to floods could become unsellable, unless the government changes course, warns UKSIF
Year on year, the UK becomes more dependent on liquefied natural gas, but North Sea investment could change this, OEUK argues.
As the war in Iran continues, Energy UK warns that bills will continue to rise.
Following a report from the UK Covid Inquiry, care providers have expressed their anger over the government’s mismanagement of the pandemic.
The International Energy Agency, amongst other organisations, have warned of the knock-on effects of the conflict in the Middle East.
As war continues and oil prices climb, Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out a windfall tax on oil and gas firms.
Nigel Farage has claimed that YouGov are trying to “suppress the true figures” when it comes to Reform’s polling success.
As the Iranian conflict continues, maritime trade bodies have warned of the significant loss of human life thus far.
Reforms to the judicial process risk concentrating power in the hands of politicians, law firms warn.
Anthony Scaramucci spent eleven days as White House communications director. This autumn, he will spend considerably longer touring Britain.
Following Global Counsel’s demise a few weeks ago, talent from the firm has already been picked up by a number of big name PA and communications agencies.
UKSIF Chief warns that the Chancellor must double down on green energy, after energy prices surge because of conflict in the Middle East
After the Government announced it would clamp down on the number of migrants receiving asylum support, Reform UK’s Zia Yusuf hits back – claiming that it is merely window dressing.
The UK Public Affairs Watchdog has called for a stricter framework to increase transparency and accountability
The former Cabinet Office Minister resigned after pressure mounted on him following allegations of his conduct whilst a senior figure at Labour Together
Mandelson’s firm admits that a significant number of his emails are missing, following an internal audit.
The Green’s victory reflects a changing mindset in British politics
Cavendish latest polling signals the end of Labour’s dominance in Wales and a shift away from two party politics
With the Green Party polling ahead of Labour in Gorton and Denton, PA agency Cavendish recommends a ‘more nuanced’ C-Suite approach to political risk
Liz Truss’ planned glitzy private club – the Leconfield – is facing challenges from Westminster City Council and local residents.
As European policymakers push a ‘Buy European’ line, lobbyists and officials in Washington are keen to maintain dominance over the European arms market
After mounting pressure from clients terminating their relationship with the firm, Global Counsel is set to enter administration tomorrow.
Polanski’s new communications advisor shows that the Green Party leader is serious about his public image.
With only 1 in 70 new HGV’s being electric, the government must assist with infrastructure investment says industry leader
APCO Worldwide’s investigation uncovered information on journalist’s religious and ideological beliefs, allegedly to be used in a smear campaign against him.
The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change has published a paper, recommending the expansion of drilling operations in the North Sea. The move challenges the government’s position of a “crackdown” in the North Sea.
With Wormald being the third senior figure to exit government in recent days, questions are being raised over the long-term stability and survivability of this government
Hanbury’s decision to erect offices in Washington and Sydney showcases the firms’ strong public image.
Whilst the headlines focus on McSweeney’s exit from Downing Street, his work at Labour Together has gone unnoticed
Benjamin Wegg-Prosser, who co-founded the lobbying firm Global Counsel alongside Peter Mandelson has today resigned following significant backlash regarding the firm’s link to Jeffrey Epstein.
Starmer’s position is unquestionably weak, and businesses would do well to prepare for his eventual ousting, argues Oliver Dean
New Balance has refreshed its UK communications support, appointing a creative communications agency to handle brand and media relations work in the market. The move updates the sportswear company’s external comms arrangements as it looks to refine how it engages with UK media and presents its brand messaging around product launches and campaigns.
EU institutions have postponed the release of a long-anticipated industrial policy instrument, a move that has frustrated several national governments and delayed work on broader competitiveness initiatives. Reporting by EU policy outlets says the so-called Competitiveness Coordination tool has been delayed again, slowing progress on related Council workstreams tied to the European Competitiveness Fund and other flagship programmes.
The European Parliament has backed its negotiating position on the EU’s proposed Critical Medicines Act, a flagship attempt to curb shortages and reduce reliance on external suppliers for key drugs and ingredients. The vote gives MEPs a mandate for talks with member states and the Commission on a law first tabled in March 2025, as Brussels pushes to boost production capacity inside the bloc while making procurement rules less dependent on lowest price awards.
Is everything we know about university wrong?
Neither Oxford, Cambridge, UCL or KCL find themselves in the top 10 for the 2025 English Social Mobility Index, and Oliver Dean explores why
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