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There is something about a breaking crisis that’s thrilling. Perhaps it’s the mystery of the unknown which keeps us intrigued, thirsty for more details. Or maybe the initial state of shock keeps us hungry for answers and information. Whatever it is, when an issue breaks it’s consuming for everyone – particularly those responsible for responding.
By Kate Rawlins
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A quarter of Americans born since 1980 believe that democracy isn't the best form of government.
by Rich Elwell
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Training and staff development seems to be disappearing from some public sector organisations. But this approach can cause teams to miss out as this new case study highlights.
by Lindsay Coulsen
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Some of the most innovative communications in the public sector is coming from a sector faced with huge change. The annual FirePRO event in Birmingham saw plenty to talk about on day one.
by James Morton
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Webinars can be excellent ways of developing your knowledge and skills in small, accessible chunks and from the comfort of your office or favourite armchair. Not tried one yet? Here’s your chance…
by Emma Howard
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Data. We can’t move for it these days. And of course it has a place and it’s important. But are we in danger of letting it stifle our creativity and instincts?
By Darren Caveney
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Sometimes, in life, you have the opportunity to create something beautiful from nothing.
by Darren Caveney
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Most of us have experience of awards in some way, shape or form, either through work or maybe via a sport or hobby. Here’s what awards mean to the official partner of the UnAwards16.
by Dave Worsell
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Some of the most innovative comms work in the UK today is from fire and rescue people. It's true. It's also a sector that is undergoing radical change. But as change takes shape fire comms are determined to run towards it.
by Leanne Ehren
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We all should have purpose. But have you found yours in your career? Take a read. Have a think.
by Amy Watt
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Here it is, the moment you've been waiting for. The UnAwards16 public vote is OPEN.
by Darren Caveney
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The Local Government Association’s website has become a ‘must visit’ site for communicators over the past 18-months. It contains a wealth of resources for communicators, from advice on devolution to top tips on email marketing. Its latest addition lifts the lid on social media strategy.
By Matt Nicholls and Darren Caveney
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On 15 November, #OurDay, the LGA’s annual tweetathon is back for its fifth year, giving anyone who works or volunteers in public services the chance to share stories of what they do to improve the lives of residents and run their local services.
by David Holdstock
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It's the age-old problem for public sector organisations. Does anyone want to like or follow you? One organisation has some of the answers.
By Stuart Reynolds
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People are amazing and creative if you'd let them. As these two YouTube videos from firefighters show.
by Leanne Ehren
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Blogging is a skill. It gets you thinking as much as it gets you writing. A new generation of PR students is being encouraged to both think and write through an online competition staged by one of the UK's premier educators.
by Richard Bailey
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Our highly popular post ‘can we have an i-conversation about words that get your goat?’ has a new follow-up by the same author. It doesn’t hold back and is a cracker. Enjoy…
by Louise Powney
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What’s the key to outstanding communications? Who better to ask than one of the best creative agencies around…
by Caroline Roodhouse
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Uncertainty surrounded firm devolution plans for some areas before Brexit. But what about now? This timely post gives a useful update on what we can expect next on the big issue for our regions.
By PANEL WRITER Will Mapplebeck
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"Are the UnAwards a proper awards event if it only costs £20 to attend them?"
by Darren Caveney
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