WHAT WE DO

We help organisations make sense of – and shape – the political, regulatory and media landscapes across the UK, Ireland and the EU. From public affairs and strategic communications to campaigning and intelligence, we connect insight with influence.

Public Affairs

Understanding – let alone navigating – the world of politics and its impact on business, organisations and individuals can be a bewildering challenge, even for the most informed and savvy of operators.

That is never more so than when the issues affecting you are being dealt with by multiple layers of policymakers, in different parliaments, governments and regulatory bodies. Not only do we have deep and intuitive understanding of how public policy works at both UK and EU level – that is backed up by our experience, networks and knowledge of how to influence and effect positive change.

UK-EU relations

After a tumultuous period in UK-European affairs, how the UK, Ireland and the EU manage their still evolving relationship remains utterly vital to many organisations.

And while that may well create challenges, there are also significant opportunities to be had for those who know how to secure them. We have a unique understanding of the EU and the UK, so can help navigate it all and get your voice heard where it matters, in Brussels and beyond, helping you to make sense of things and identify opportunities.

UK, Irish and devolved politics

The UK, Irish and devolved parliaments are a constantly evolving network of decision-making and regulation, impacting many thousands of businesses and organisations, on both sides of the Irish Sea and on either side of the Channel.

With first-hand experience of working in the UK and devolved Parliaments, and of Brussels, we know how to most effectively champion the interests of clients. Whether it involves Westminster, Dáil Éireann, Holyrood, the Senedd or Stormont, you can depend on our experience and networks.

Policy Insight & Strategy

We analyse complex policy landscapes to provide clear, actionable recommendations that help you navigate legislative and regulatory changes. Our expertise ensures you stay ahead of developments at UK, Irish, and EU levels.

Strategic Advocacy

We help you shape the debate, engage effectively with policymakers, and ensure your voice is heard where it matters most. With deep networks across Brussels, EU institutions, and national governments, we connect you with the right stakeholders to drive meaningful change.

Strategic Communications

Telling your story well has never been more important.

That means constructing a compelling narrative that will carry through and above competing ones, reaching policymakers, stakeholders and the wider public.

Whether it is responding to the media, navigating a reputational crisis or crafting a communications strategy for the long-term, we can help deliver the results you need.

Media relations

With many years’ experience of working both in and with the media, and with a wealth of top
level contacts with editors, producers and journalists, we understand not just how the media works but how to make it work for you.

Whether it is helping with responding to media inquiries or crafting a proactive strategy to place your concerns at the top of the agenda, or media training to hone your message delivery, we know what it takes to be heard in a world where it is often tough to get your message to cut through.

Crisis communications & Reputation management

Reputation matters – and never more so than when in a crisis. The key challenge in a crisis is to prevent the situation becoming all-consuming and causing permanent harm to your reputation.

Dealing with the demands of the media at such times can be daunting, even for seasoned, senior professionals. We are here to help, taking the pressure off and giving you the opportunity to protect your reputation for the long-term.

Media management

You don’t have to be in a crisis situation to find the demands of the media a time-consuming challenge. Outsourcing your day-to-day media operation so that we respond on your behalf, deploying our knowledge and experience of working on both sides of the media fence, allows you more time to devote to other priorities.

Campaigns

Sometimes making your issue known to key policymakers, and having it aired publicly, isn’t enough on its own to secure the change you need to see.

When a campaign is needed to truly push an issue to the forefront of public awareness, and in order to effect the long-term solutions required, we can help take it forward for you. With many years’ experience of helping to plan and implement historic, winning campaigns on the political stage, we know what it takes to craft a strategy and make it a successful one.

Capacity Building & Partnerships

We equip organisations with the skills, insights, and connections needed to influence policy effectively. Whether it’s developing in-house expertise or forging strategic partnerships across the UK and EU, we ensure you’re positioned for success.

Intelligence & Awareness

To keep you as well-informed as you need to be about the decision-making and regulatory issues which impact you and your organisation, we provide an unmatched overview of all the key news and events from across the UK and European political scene, encompassing the UK and devolved administrations as well as the EU institutions, and interaction between the key players.

For sector-specific briefings and intelligence, we can provide a bespoke service, focussing only on the areas impacting your organisation or sector.

Insight, Analysis & Thought Leadership

Whether you are looking to understand the likely impact of political and regulatory developments on your organisation or sector, or seeking to influence those developments yourself, we are able to distil the complexities of debate down to their essentials, and can also help you drive forward your own thought leadership strategy to allow you to play a key role in shaping the narrative.