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“Don’t be evil”

Posted by Adminon March 17, 2020in BlogLeave a comment

By Jess McAree, Head of Editorial Compliance, Telegraph Media Group, and independent PR and communications consultant

The man who deals with complaints about editorial content at the Telegraph Media Group makes a robust defence of freedom of speech

“(S)he shouldn’t be allowed to say that. It’s disgraceful.”

Admit it: you’ve privately thought it, or perhaps said it. You may even have written the letter to the Editor, or to my counterparts who deals with complaints on other newspapers. Perhaps you’ve gone further, and taken active steps to stop the person saying it – whatever ‘it’ is.

Silence is golden in an age of sharing

Posted by Adminon March 17, 2020April 6, 2020in BlogLeave a comment

By Amy Watt, founder, Megawatt Coaching

As we settle into self-isolation, silence is likely to become a bigger part of our lives. A little understood virtue in communications, those who harness its power are often on the front foot in their careers and their counsel.

Ever found yourself in a one-sided conversation about a project, with little chance to speak or ask a question? If so, you’re not alone. We comms people are often in overdrive, with many meetings, tasks and priorities.

Is diversity becoming the new conformity?

Posted by Adminon March 17, 2020April 8, 2020in BlogLeave a comment

By Lindsay Reid ACSI, a former compliance recruiter and now an independent compliance consultant specialist

Not long ago I heard that recruiters in the banking and finance sector increasingly favour female candidates for some senior roles. As a former recruiter, I was taken aback, having always applied the basic principles of best-servicing clients by providing a selection of the best available, qualified and experienced candidates.

A new type of corporate citizenship?

Posted by Adminon March 17, 2020May 13, 2020in BlogLeave a comment

By Guy Corbet, Fourteen Forty

Too much has been written about what Brexit might or might not mean.

What it does mean is that business, ordinary people and politicians will all soon have a much bigger role in the decisions that shape our everyday lives.

Getting it done despite the contagion

Posted by Adminon March 11, 2020March 12, 2020in BlogLeave a comment

The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, delivered what must have been the most important speech of his life today with the nation, and much of Europe, now reaching crisis point.

Having unexpectedly stumbled into the job less than a month ago, he was always going to have his work cut out to deliver this. And that was before the Covid-19 spectre reared up.

A time for free enterprise

Posted by Adminon February 5, 2020in BlogLeave a comment

With a significant Conservative majority, free marketeers can breathe a collective sigh of relief. But, far from taking a step back, business must become more engaged with government and much better at making the case for the contribution that business can make to society and the economy.

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A decisive victory

Posted by Adminon December 13, 2019December 13, 2019in BlogLeave a comment

A clear majority

Boris Johnson has won one of the most decisive election victories in recent political history. By giving the Conservatives a majority of 78, the largest since 1987, the Conservatives have broken the deadlock that had taken over British politics since the 2017 election.

The pound has reacted strongly to the new-found certainty that business and the economy have not had for years. Pundits are focusing on the certainty this result will mean for Brexit. The result also gives business a new certainty. It will not need to adapt to the whims of a Marxist government with little regard for private property and which might bankrupt the country.

Weak Links: General Election special

Posted by Adminon December 13, 2019December 13, 2019in BlogLeave a comment

What next for the Conservatives in Government? Now the real contest for power and influence.

The Conservatives have a clear majority. But the struggle for power is not over. Factions within the party will now vie for control, to implement their version of conservatism.

What’s the likely impact on business and economy? Here we look at the two likely factions and what to look out for over the next few days.

When two tribes go to war. Now the contest for power begins.

Posted by Adminon December 13, 2019December 13, 2019in BlogLeave a comment

At the end of January, the United Kingdom will leave the European Union. When she does so, Dominic Cummings – the most powerful political advisor in a generation – will achieve his life’s purpose and political ambition. According to insiders, his departure from politics will shortly follow.

Two powerful factions are in fierce competition to become the dominant political force upon his departure. The result of this internal power struggle will have a far greater impact on business and the economy than the pantomime of the General Election.

The early indicators: five things to look out for as the new Government beds in

Posted by Adminon December 13, 2019December 13, 2019in BlogLeave a comment

British politics moves at remarkable speed. With the results of the election hot off the press, Boris will be expected to fully constitute his Government in the coming days.

The Conservatives pledge to ‘get Brexit done’ (you may have heard about this) and the imminent return of MPs to Parliament, further heightens the urgency.