Thriving PR Industry Fuels Economic Growth in the South West UK

The South West has seen 20% growth in PR businesses since January 2023, with Gloucester in particular being a hub of activity, seeing a 32% increase in PR companies incorporated in this time – far outpacing UK wide growth (23%). Data collated by the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) shows almost 650 of the UK’s 15,220 active PR and communication companies are based in the South West’s eight core cities (Bath, Bristol, Bournemouth, Cheltenham, Exeter, Gloucester, Plymouth, Swindon). The Top 5 PR agencies in the South West – Camargue…

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PRCA launches survey for the 2024 UK Census to address industry challenges

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has launched its 2024 UK Census, to measure key attributes of the PR and communications industry and assess its key challenges and opportunities. The survey will cover a broad range of topics, providing insight into the industry’s size, scale and output, and will measure characteristics into the industry’s workforce, including practitioners’ social status, equality, diversity and inclusion, and issues affecting staff retention. Key areas of focus: Size, scale, and scope of the industry: The survey will provide a detailed analysis of the size,…

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PRCA Ethics Month 2024 – Beyond Fact-Checking: Exploring Real World Harms from Mis/Disinformation

The Public Relations and Communications Association has recently announced the launch of PRCA Ethics Month 2024 under the theme Beyond Fact-Checking: Exploring Real World Harms from Mis/Disinformation. Throughout September, PRCA invites members and the broader communications community to join us in exploring innovative strategies to combat the spread of misinformation and its societal impacts. Call for Real-World Examples The PRCA is calling on its members to share examples of their work related to tackling mis/disinformation. The association is particularly interested in innovative practices in areas such as: Early-Warning Systems: Monitoring…

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PRCA introduces new Code of Conduct for members

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

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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