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PR agency to introduce mental health first aiders in the workplace
Porter Novelli is looking to take a leading role in the fight to improve mental health across the industry.
In Pictures: PRWeek Global Awards 2019
The very best comms pros from around the world gathered at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square last night (21 May) for the PRWeek Global Awards. Here is a selection of photos from the spectacular ceremony...
Watch: MSL on why #EndPeriodPoverty campaign won big at PRWeek Global Awards
MSL and Procter & Gamble picked up the most prestigious award of the night - PRWeek Global Awards Campaign of the Year - with Always Fights to #EndPeriodPoverty.
Senior government comms operative speaks out on bullying and nepotism
The nature of the small and specialised comms community makes it a potential breeding ground for the abuse of staff, according to a senior government communicator who claims to have suffered and witnessed unacceptable behaviour.
Local authority picks top agency consultant as new comms chief
The London borough of Waltham Forest has appointed Alex Try as its director of communications and culture.
PRWeek Global Awards 2019: APCO named best Middle East agency
Edelman and Mubadala Investment Company also take home coveted trophies in the 2019 edition of the PRWeek Global Awards.
PRWeek Global Awards 2019: winners revealed
Senior figures from across the global PR and communications industry assembled in London tonight to discover who would take home the coveted trophies at the PRWeek Global Awards 2019.
Healthcare giant acquires UK's Incisive Health and US-based Putnam Associates
Incisive Health has been acquired by the agency and clinical services group UDG Healthcare for £13.6m ($17.7m), it was announced today.
Case study: Commuting etiquette campaign reaches millions of Londoners
Doing the right thing is the theme of an approach to promoting compassion among people travelling on public transport, by asking commuters to offer their seat to those who may need it more than them.
Comparison website comparethemarket.com launches PR agency review
Comparison website and insurance intermediary comparethemarket.com has begun a PR agency review that will see it shift from a single retained agency model to a roster, PRWeek can reveal.
Yakult appoints new UK and Ireland PR agency
Yakult UK and Ireland has chosen MSL to "bring to life the brand's Japanese heritage and science credentials" as its PR agency of record, following a three-way pitch, PRWeek can reveal.
HSBC, Gatwick, YouTube, O2: expert speakers confirmed for PRWeek Crisis Comms conference
Senior comms professionals from organisations including HSBC, Gatwick Airport, YouTube, O2 and Save the Children will give insights into handling a crisis at PRWeek UK's must-attend Crisis Communications conference in London on 26 June.
FTI Consulting investigates claims its employee posed as journalist in Monsanto trial
FTI Consulting has launched an official review into one of its employees misidentifying as a journalist to gain access to a court case involving client Monsanto.
Local authority launches #WhyWeFoster campaign
An inspirational campaign showcasing the motivations different people have for fostering children has been launched by Southampton City Council in a bid to deal with a shortage of foster carers.
Creative comms agency hatches global expansion plans after 'seven-figure' investment
WildKat, the creative PR agency for music and culture, has received 'near seven-figure' investment from Edition Capital.
From Aldi 'wildlings' to Deliveroo's John Dough... the best Game of Thrones campaigns of all time
After eight seasons, the series has reached an epic end, so here's a roundup of the best campaigns produced around the fantasy show. Warning: contains spoilers (naturally).
Teneo paid $550,000 by energy company linked to California's deadliest fire
Teneo Strategy was retained and paid $550,000 late last year to provide strategic communications services by the energy company responsible for California deadliest ever bushfires.
Huntsworth takes on healthcare firms with multi-million-pound acquisitions
Healthcare communications group Huntsworth has announced the purchase of two healthcare research and communications businesses in a multi-million-pound double swoop.
Hope&Glory hired by UK's largest operator to make people 'fall in love with bingo'
Buzz Bingo has appointed Hope&Glory as its retained UK PR agency following a competitive pitch, PRWeek can reveal.
London PR agency wins projects for Wagamama and Siemens
Launch has won project work for Siemens and Wagamama following a competitive pitch, PRWeek can reveal.
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Teneo boss threatens to shut office bar and slams staff for acting like 'clubbing teens'
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Manifest and BrewDog 'amicably' resolve Punk AF IP dispute
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PRWeek Global Awards 2019: winners revealed
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Expo 2020 Dubai releases Lionel Messi PR campaign
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BT mocked for 'generic' brand logo
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Time for change: Tackling PR's mental health problem
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Sports PR & Marketing Manager - London INEOS London (Central), London (Greater)
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Account Manager: Work from home Irvine Partners Public Relations & Integrated Communications Agency Working from home
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PR Executive SLC Representation Ltd Wimbledon and Central London ( split 4 and 1 days across locations)
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PR & Communications Manager Brand Recruitment Romford
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Senior Account Manager / Account Director Don't Cry Wolf Covent Garden, London (Greater)
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Sports PR & Marketing Manager - London INEOS London (Central), London (Greater)
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Account Manager: Work from home Irvine Partners Public Relations & Integrated Communications Agency Working from home
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PR Executive SLC Representation Ltd Wimbledon and Central London ( split 4 and 1 days across locations)
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PR & Communications Manager Brand Recruitment Romford
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Senior Account Manager / Account Director Don't Cry Wolf Covent Garden, London (Greater)
People moves
Mubadala comms chief: 'Region is placing right emphasis on corporate communications'
While the profession is becoming more respected, fake news is still a chink in the armour for Middle East communications expert, Brian Lott, the chief communications officer of Mubadala Investment Company.
Headland adds two partners, including Tulchan veteran
Headland has appointed two new partners, Susanna Voyle and Toby Pellew, after a year of rapid growth.
Hydra Strategy appoints financial PR veteran
Strategic communications consultancy Hydra Strategy has appointed financial services veteran Henrietta Hirst as a partner.
Havas PR merges with US and Australasian agencies to form Red Havas
Havas PR in the UK is merging with counterparts in the US and Australia's Red Agency to create a new global network called Red Havas.
Cameron's former national security adviser joins political comms consultancy
Former national security adviser to David Cameron, Sir Mark Lyall Grant, has joined political communications consultancy Quatro as strategic counsel, advising its roster of international clients.
Hill+Knowlton Strategies global chairman and CEO Jack Martin to step down
AnnaMaria DeSalva will replace Martin.
Edelman's healthcare MD is third divisional head to leave agency this year
Kate Hawker, managing director of Edelman UK's healthcare division, has parted company with the agency along with two other divisional chiefs, PRWeek has discovered.
In brief: TV presenter appoints agency, wins for Scriba, Spider and Foco
Faith PR to help promote textiles industry, Thomas Murray to represent blogger and broadcaster, Spider appoints new chief operating officer, and more from PRWeek UK.
Hayfield plans rapid expansion with new national PR manager
Solihull-based house-builder Hayfield has appointed former head of external relations at Innovation Birmingham, Lottie Crossley.
Former Freuds CEO named in David Beckham's new brand, PR and commercial team
The retired football star has established a new independent brand, communications and commercial management structure following the separation from his former business partner, XIX Entertainment.
Berkeley Communications appoints former BBC news editor
Laura Pride has been appointed as strategy director that will lead the integration of its digital services and develop its demand generation and content marketing offering.
Wachsman grows leadership with former Edelman and Teneo senior execs
Former Skype and Edelman executive Jane Fields has been appointed managing director for EMEA, while ex-Teneo managing director Danny Phan will lead APAC.
Ahmad Itani announced as new vice chairman of PRCA MENA
PRCA MENA announces the founder and CEO of Cicero & Bernay Public Relations (C&B) as its newly-appointed vice chairman.