Burnham is trying to fix Whitehall, but will the political machinery change?
Andy Burnham is shaking up government with more changes than by any incoming prime minister in memory. But, asks Sir Bernard Jenkin MP, does he understand why the
The Strategist: Dominic Raab, former deputy prime minister joins Kreab London as senior adviser
Mace | 22nd May 2026 | Lobbying, Political Consultants, Politics, Westminster Index
The former deputy prime minister and foreign secretary will be advising Kreab global clients on defence and intelligence-related issues, as well as international geopolitics and Westminster issues.
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David Sheen pushes back against common perceptions about public affairs, but argues instead that it is about hard work, marshalling arguments, and building coalitions.
Leader in Public Affairs: Signe Norberg, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, ISEP, “Human relationships remain critical, AI needs careful application”
Signe Norberg reflects on her leadership philosophies, encouraging people to 'lead with humanity'
Racing the sunset: a pilgrim odyssey across a dying Europe
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Leader in Public Affairs: Grace Pritchard, Downing Street Director of News and the Prime Minister’s Political Spokesperson
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From navigating regulation and trade policy to aligning advocacy with commercial strategy, Diageo’s Zara Harington's career in public affairs has been about understanding how political decisions translate into
The Advocate: Lucy Gilchrist, Director of Public Policy and Government Affairs, PepsiCo UKI – “Advocacy enables better policymaking”
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