Public relations seen as more transparent than any other profession, says new report

Public trust in professionals is “still strongly held” according to new research by the Professional Associations Research Network (PARN). The report finds public relations is viewed as more transparent than any other profession. However, public relations is viewed as the least trustworthy profession. The report was funded by a number of professional bodies including the CIPR. ‘Promoting Professionalism’ examines the challenges professions face including the rise of populism, the emergence of new technologies and concerns surrounding sustainability.  Chapter 5 – ‘Perceptions of Professionalism’ – explores what the public thinks of professionals as well as how professionals in different…

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PRCA launches UK Government Funded Brexit Guide for Public Relations

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has announced a programme of events and resources designed to help PR professionals prepare for Brexit.  The resources include a new legal guide – delivered by Lewis Silkin – featuring advice on data, copyright, and other important issues for communications practitioners. It forms part of the PRCA’s broader efforts to help PR businesses and practitioners prepare for Brexit. Alongside the guide, the PRCA will deliver a programme of events and webinars before 31st October to help PR professionals navigate the challenges of the…

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CIPR PRide Awards celebrate Scotland’s thriving Public Relations industry

More than 300 PR professionals gathered at the Radisson Blu in Glasgow for the 2019 CIPR Scotland PRide Awards ceremony – the nation’s annual public relations showpiece. Weber Shandwick Scotland were the big winners of the night, scooping five Gold Awards, including ‘Best Use of Social Media’ and ‘Best Use of Influencer Relations’ for their continued work with VELUX. Holyrood PR took home four Gold Awards, whilst British Heart Foundation Scotland won a hat-trick for their “Scotland: A Nation of Lifesavers” campaign, raising awareness of the importance of bystander CPR…

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