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The Government has launched a record £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme. The first £9.58 billion has now been allocated. For housing associations, the next challenge is turning funding into homes – and that means stakeholder engagement. The Government...Sep 10, 2026 | Media Friendly News
What the LGR U-turn tells us about communicating when circumstances change Hindsight is oft quoted as being a wonderful thing – but the Government’s decision to withdraw its current Local Government Reorganisation decisions for Essex, Hampshire, Norfolk...Jun 1, 2026 | Media Friendly News
BBC New Director General arrives from Google As the BBC unveils its new DG, Matt Brittin, former boss of Google Europe, it would be tempting to think that this is the beginning of the end for traditional media. We believe that in spite of threatened £500 million cuts...May 11, 2026 | Media Friendly News
With such significant political changes in the recent elections, many councils will be reviewing how they support and prepare their new Members and senior spokespeople for the communication challenges ahead. Whether your council has had a change in control, a new...Mar 23, 2026 | Media Friendly News
The media world has lost one of its most influential and recognisable voices with the passing of Dame Jenni Murray, who has died aged 75. Best known as the long-standing presenter of Woman’s Hour on BBC Radio 4, Murray shaped the national conversation for more than...