A new report from the government's Ethics and Integrity Commission (EIC) has been welcomed by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) as providing a "comprehensive and positive" change on transparency around lobbying activity. Commissioned by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and published this morning, the report - Lobbying, Business Appointment Rules and Disclosure - makes the case for fundamental reforms to the UK’s lobbying regime in line with the CIPR's position and long-running campaign. The CIPR provided written and oral evidence to the commission, and its research is referenced throughout the report.

"After years of campaigning, research, and making the case for lobbying reform, this report is a significant moment that validates our position and our efforts to bring about change."

Commenting, CIPR CEO Alastair McCapra said: "After years of campaigning, research, and making the case for lobbying reform, this report is a significant moment that validates our position and o...