Leader in UK Public Affairs: Beth Armstrong, Partner, Charlesbye, “Control the controllables”
The combination of government, campaigns and consultancy gives Beth a broad view of Westminster
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Leader in UK Public Affairs: Vincent Fabri, Associate Director, Field Consulting, “I grew up in a very political family”
Fabri discusses his support for greater transparency and his belief that lobbying standards should apply beyond traditional public affairs agencies
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It is still early days for the new Prime Minister, but lobbying trackers have witnessed an increase in activity since his arrival in No. 10
Anthropic and its deep-rooted lobbying ties to the UK government
The accusation that AI has the potential to ‘kill all humans’ in the next decade has sent shockwaves around the world, but what are the controversial AI companies’
Leader in Public Affairs: Ros Morgan, Chief Executive, Heart of London Business Alliance, “Build a strong, proud and open culture where everyone has a voice”
After two decades spent in advocacy on behalf of business, Ros reveals what parts of the industry she believes needs reform.
The Mace Questionnaire: Marshall Manson, CEO, FleishmanHillard UK – “Politics is seeping into business through every crack”
The innovative digital comms veteran Marshall Manson, now CEO of FleishmanHillard UK, reveals how he misses The West Wing, was introduced to Westminster by Gyles Brandeth's political diaries
The Strategist: Michael Prescott, Managing Director, Hanover – “Better to risk being the most overdressed person in the room than the scruffiest”
From political editor of The Sunday Times to bringing down two BBC chiefs, Michael Prescott reflects on his distinguished career as a journalist and now leading UK corporate
FTI Consulting hires ex-Three UK communications chief
Former director of corporate communications at Three UK, Juliet Callaghan, has rejoined FTI Consulting’s UK Strategic Communications segment.
New lobbying recommendations: “Comprehensive and positive”
Industry leaders say that 'trust hangs by a thread' and the time has come take action.
Burnham’s controversial lobbying ties raise red flags about transparency in Westminster
Bombshell evidence reveals Burnham’s soon-to-be Chief of Staff ran a lobbying firm that hosted a multitude of undisclosed meetings with Labour officials.
