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PRCA introduces new Code of Conduct for members

Stuart Mitchell

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) announces a revised Code of Conduct. This updated Code, along with associated procedures, reflects the latest in professional and regulatory best practices, ensuring clarity and robustness in guiding members’ conduct. The revised Code of Conduct updates and replaces the PRCA Professional Charter and the PRCA Health Public Relations and Communications Code of Conduct. Developed by the newly-appointed PRCA Standards Committee with input from external legal advisors, the Code provides clear standards of professional behaviour expected of PRCA members. The new Code applies to…

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PRCA announces new NextGen Public Affairs Board

Stuart Mitchell

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) is proud to announce the formation of its new NextGen Public Affairs Board, a dynamic team dedicated to fostering growth, innovation, and best practices within the public affairs sector.Co-chairs Joe Cooper and Elena Campbell, alongside their fellow board members, will play central roles in driving the group’s activities.The new board aims to leverage the group’s platform to welcome new entrants into the industry, particularly in the wake of the upcoming election. The group will be organising successful events aimed at supporting diversity in…

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PRCA announces new Chair and members of the Public Affairs Board

Stuart Mitchell

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Emily Fermor as the new Chair of the Public Affairs Professional Board (PAB). Alongside Emily, the PAB welcomes a distinguished group of professionals who will work collaboratively to raise standards and best practices within the public affairs industry. The role of the Public Affairs Professional Board is to define and promote best practices in the industry. The Board will inform PRCA’s education and development activities, advocate for high standards as outlined in various Codes of Conduct…

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New Report Unveils Vital Role of Ethics in Shaping Africa’s PR Landscape

Stuart Mitchell

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) Africa has published its third annual study, the second in its partnership with the African Public Relations Association (APRA), examining the state of PR and communications practice and ethics in Africa. This collaborative effort underscores PRCA Africa and APRA’s commitment to advancing ethical standards and industry excellence across the African continent. The 2024 research marks a significant milestone with the highest number of responses to date, totalling 365 participants from various African countries. Among the key findings, South Africa emerged as the leading…

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PRCA/CIPR Mental Wellbeing Audit 2023/2024 highlights persistent challenges and trends in PR industry

Stuart Mitchell

There has been in increase in diagnosis of mental health conditions in the PR industry according to new research carried out by the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) and the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR). The research – conducted by Opinium – revealed that on average, 91% reported poor mental health in the last 12 months. Meanwhile, the proportion of PR professionals that have been diagnosed with a mental health condition has risen from one in four (25%) to a third (33%). The number of PR professionals who…

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