Industry Reacts: The overnight levy and the tourism sector
In the latest addition of the Industry Reacts series, Lucy Carrier-Pilkington approaches leaders in hospitality to see their thoughts on the proposed ‘tourist tax’
Green Party leader gets new communications advisor
Oliver Dean | 17th February 2026 | Moves, Politics, Uncategorised
Polanski's new communications advisor shows that the Green Party leader is serious about his public image.
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Jenrick is right to abolish the Tourism Tax to save the Great British staycation
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One of Newcastle United’s longest serving players has been selected to head up corporate affairs for Newcastle United.
Bloomberg names global head of communications
Oisin O’Malley Daly will oversee growth markets and public policy.
BBC corporate affairs chief Alice Macandrew to step down
Alice Macandrew has spent four years in the leadership role
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The question of money buying influence in politics is centuries old and not going away
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Lexington’s Michelle Howard explains how an unconventional career spanning opera, journalism, hydropower and defence led her into public affairs, why political instability rewards creativity and listening, and what
“Two of our lemurs are missing”: a study in fake global news and a cautionary tale for the PA industry
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New comms chief appointed for Argos and Habitat
Sainsbury's has brought in an PR star to lead consumer comms at its Argos and Habitat brands.
PrettyGreen hires social and influencer lead
Communications agency PrettyGreen has appointed a managing partner for its social and influencer division.
