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“A lot of the time people think of internal comms as just delivering announcements, but actually if you think of internal comms as everyone having a shared context and an understanding of the background…when the tough time comes, you’re talking to a well-informed audience group.”

Justin Talbot, Sue Dewhurst and Liam FitzPatrick discuss the power of employees and how organisations can make them their biggest advocates in 🎙️.

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“Maintain a focus on your internal audience, your people… on what they are doing and what is going on across the organisation… That’s a really important way of having an early warning system of what might start coming down the track later on.”

Mike Peacock and Andrew Whyte discuss how communications professionals can be prepared to address the ‘unknowns’ and prioritise the key issues facing an organisation in the public eye.

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"Often there’s very technical founders in these businesses that may or may not come with the ability to articulate what they are doing… You need the technical capabilities, but you also need the ability to articulate your story to potential customers.”

Mark Whitcroft and Luke Baker discuss the importance of communication to the success of fintech start-ups in the latest episode of 🎙️.

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Could a return to rationing save the planet?

Partner and Creative Director, Emma Miyo explores whether the government should invoke a warlike spirit to mobilise the country in the fight against the climate crisis in our latest blog post:

With time running out on climate change, we need a 21st Century equivalent of ‘Dig For Victory’ - Portland Could a return to rationing save the planet? Joanna Lumley made an impassioned case for it on BBC Breakfast last week, calling the climate...

“It is not an either, or. You don’t need to have government or business. The best situation is to have government, business and the non-profit sector all working vaguely in the same direction trying to uphold a greener world.”

Gillian Tett speaks to Mary Pollard about the responsibilities of business vs. government in creating lasting climate action and whether the summit will "keep 1.5 alive".

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To the Point with Portland Portland's new podcast series that looks to answer the big questions in media, politics, business and PR, apprehended by leading experts and thinkers in these fields.

Rishi goes all in: The Chancellor gambles on the economy to keep the spending taps running.

and analysis from Portland's
Gabriel Milland, Anita Boateng and Jon Waghorne.

Rishi goes all in: The Chancellor gambles on the economy to keep the spending taps running - Portland While Rishi Sunak and Boris Johnson may differ both politically and personally, in his Budget and Spending Review today the Chancellor...

“There is a difference within the Westminster system when you’re being told to vote in a certain way, when you have to stick to a particular line when you go on Question Time...it’s very rare politicians are speaking absolutely directly with their own personal voice and personal opinions.”

Season 2 of 🎙️ kicks off with Andy Burnham and David Davies’ discussion on devolution and building the voice of the North.

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To the Point with Portland Portland's new podcast series that looks to answer the big questions in media, politics, business and PR, apprehended by leading experts and thinkers in these fields.

Next week, Portland Senior Partner, Katie Saxon will be speaking at the PRCA 2021 Health Conference.

With healthcare policy staying front and centre of the agenda, join Katie and other key industry leaders in the discussion about how the industry is evolving and what challenges this is posing to the Government.

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PRCA | The PRCA promotes all aspects of public relations and internal communications work There are no two ways about it, the world around us has transformed over the last 18 months, ever since the dreaded ‘C’ word (COVID) came into our lives. But as we learn to live with the pandemic and its repercussions, it is time to look to the future and thrive in this evolving healthcare commu...

1⃣ Do you have experience working in international development, global health or sustainability?

2⃣ Have you previously developed creative and insight-led communications campaigns?

3⃣ Are you looking to work for philanthropic and development organisations around the world?

Our International Development and Sustainability team is looking for an Associate Consultant. Learn more and apply here:

Associate Consultant – International Development and Sustainability The Role The Associate Consultant will be required to carry the following key tasks within the Sustainability and International Development teams:

Are you a rising communications professional who would like to grow their career working alongside high-profile international clients?

We’re hiring an Associate Consultant in our Government Advisory team, to devise and manage proactive and reactive media engagement strategies for a number of prestigious clients.

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Associate Consultant - Government Advisory The Role We are looking for a team member who can provide support for our prestigious clients and deliver quality work. This mid-level position

Season two of will bring together leading experts and thinkers from across the media, politics, business and PR industries to discuss some of the most important questions facing businesses today.

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We are looking for a PA to support several of our Partners within our London based office.

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PA to Partners The role We are looking for a PA to support Partners in the business These Partners help to lead the staff within our London office, but also

Are you looking for your next opportunity?

We are hiring a Consultant to work on our public affairs and policy accounts, to help major global businesses and challenger brands tell their stories to political and media audiences alike.

If you have a great understanding of the political landscape and have experience working in policy, regulation and advocacy, get in touch:

Consultant – Corporate (Public affairs) The opportunity Are you passionate about politics and developing policy? Do you have what it takes to help both major global businesses and ch

We are looking for an Intern to support our team with the development of strategies and campaigns that will help our clients effectively engage with local governments and the surrounding communities.

If you are interested in the UK political landscape and have an appetite for delivering high quality communications campaigns, get in touch:

We are looking for an Associate Consultant to work within our Litigation and Disputes team, to support the development and delivery of strategy and solutions for our clients.

If you have an interest in the law and are looking to make your next career move, get in touch:

Are you looking for your next opportunity?

We are hiring an Executive to support our team with running public affairs and communications campaigns in our health specialty.

To learn more about the role and get in touch, click the link:

Executive – Health The role We are looking for an Executive with an interest in running both public affairs and communications campaigns in our health speciality.

The first season of 🎙️ featured fascinating guests that got the point on some of the biggest issues of the day.

On this final episode of the series, Mark Flanagan and Richard Suchet look back over the past year, to discuss what the comms industry has learnt and what challenges businesses will be facing in a post-pandemic world.

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To the Point with Portland Portland's new podcast series that looks to answer the big questions in media, politics, business and PR, apprehended by leading experts and thinkers in these fields.

We are looking for a Consultant with experience in healthcare communications and public affairs, to lead integrated comms campaigns and provide strategic counsel for a diverse range of clients and therapeutic areas.

To learn more about the role and apply, click the link: