Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Consultancy
Helping organisations understand, engage with and shape the political, policy and regulatory environments affecting their future.
Public affairs built on evidence, not access
Effective public affairs is not simply about knowing the right people. It is about understanding how decisions are made, developing a credible position and giving policymakers a reason to listen.
We help clients interpret political and policy developments, identify where they can have meaningful influence and engage effectively with government, Parliament, regulators and other decision-makers. Our advice is grounded in evidence and honest judgement, including when the political environment is uncertain or a proposed approach is unlikely to work.
How we help
We provide strategic advice and practical support across the political, policy and regulatory environment, helping clients locally, regionally and nationally with our consultancy team in London and Manchester.
- Political and policy analysis
- Public affairs strategy
- Government and parliamentary engagement
- Policy development and research
- Regulatory and consultation responses
- Parliamentary and public-scrutiny preparation
Case studies: Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Consultancy
Turning a business critical policy challenge into lasting political influence
Alertacall provides technology that helps housing providers support older and potentially vulnerable residents.
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Advocacy to strengthen UK bathing water testing standards, supporting cleaner water and public health.
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Training and strategy to help a county council build confident national advocacy and stakeholder engagement.
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A public affairs strategy connecting AtkinsRéalis with Mayoral Combined Authorities, Westminster and Whitehall.
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Building Boardwave’s public affairs function to champion the UK software sector and scaling tech businesses.
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Embedding a public affairs strategy to capitalise on OnSide’s success and support future Youth Zone growth.
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