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How to improve internal comms engagement: 9 practical ideas

Public Sector

How to improve internal comms engagement: 9 practical ideas

October 22nd, 2026 - Stephanie Richardson

To improve internal comms engagement, treat your staff like any other audience you need to reach. There are 9 practical ways to do it. Start with...

Better resident communication and closing the loop

Public Sector

Better resident communication and closing the loop

October 19th, 2026 - Stephanie Richardson

How can social landlords reach more residents and evidence engagement?  Social landlords can reach more residents by using the channels people...

Event Public Sector

"That don't impress me much": The ‘so what?’ factor in awards entries

October 16th, 2026 - Matt Johnson

e-shot's Account Director, Matt Johnson, has experienced awards from all sides – as a winner, judge and presenter. With the comms2point0...

Is it time to jump on the WhatsApp Channel bandwagon? A 2026 Reality Check

News Public Sector

Is it time to jump on the WhatsApp Channel bandwagon? A 2026 Reality Check

September 28th, 2026 - Dan Hare

Or should we remember Meta's previous form? WhatsApp Channels launched globally in September 2023 as a one-way broadcast tool inside the...

Reflections from my first LGcomms Academy: the power of trust & engagement

Event Public Sector

Reflections from my first LGcomms Academy: the power of trust & engagement

July 14th, 2026 - Stephanie Richardson

Having heard so much about LGcomms Academy from colleagues, customers and partners, I arrived in Nottingham with a real sense of anticipation....

Data sovereignty and risk management in the UK public sector

Data Protection Public Sector

Data sovereignty and risk management in the UK public sector

June 19th, 2026 - Stephanie Richardson

Data sovereignty in the UK public sector is a core consideration when procuring digital, SaaS, and data‑driven services through frameworks such as...

Not all heroes wear capes – reflections on the UnAwards Masterclass 2026

Public Sector Event

Not all heroes wear capes – reflections on the UnAwards Masterclass 2026

April 28th, 2026 - Stephanie Richardson

Public sector comms can often get a bad rap… think potholes and bin collections! Yet comms teams are challenged every day to ensure they are...

Forfront & e-shot achieve second consecutive Tech200 listing

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Forfront & e-shot achieve second consecutive Tech200 listing

February 17th, 2026 - Harry Thomas

Forfront and e-shot have once again been named in the Tech200, marking our second consecutive year in the prestigious list of the UK’s...

5 ways email can be used to promote local elections

Public Sector

5 ways email can be used to promote local elections

February 16th, 2026 - Harry Thomas

Local elections suffer without direct contact. During campaigns, crucial information doesn’t reach the right people, confusion grows, and turnout...

Public sector email benchmarks for 2026

Public Sector Resources

Public sector email benchmarks for 2026

January 5th, 2026 - Harry Thomas

What the data from 300 million public sector emails sent last year shows us (and what it doesn’t) This report summarises the 2025 performance over...

How Local Authorities use storytelling and email to drive real-world change

Public Sector

How Local Authorities use storytelling and email to drive real-world change

November 4th, 2025 - Harry Thomas

In the ever-crowded world of public sector communications, facts alone aren’t enough to capture attention—especially when you’re competing with the...

Cybersecurity considerations for government communications teams

Public Sector Data Protection

Cybersecurity considerations for government communications teams

October 21st, 2025 - Sadie Burgess

In an age where digital communications are central to citizen engagement, government communications teams face increasing scrutiny, not just over...

Supporting more complex recruitment processes

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Supporting more complex recruitment processes

October 9th, 2025 -

Firefighting isn’t a typical job, so the application process isn’t typical either. It’s not about writing a CV or filling in forms.There are...

How FirePRO changed my view on email forever 

Public Sector

How FirePRO changed my view on email forever 

September 14th, 2025 -

Autumn 2014.11 years ago. Yes, really.Taylor Swift had just released the 1989 album that was about to launch her into galactic mega-stardom....

Building trust with residents through multichannel communication

Public Sector

Building trust with residents through multichannel communication

September 4th, 2025 - Harry Thomas

In an age of instant news, social media saturation, and growing public scepticism, trust is the most valuable currency a local authority can hold....

The European Accessibility Act: What You Need to Know 

Accessibility Public Sector

The European Accessibility Act: What You Need to Know 

July 18th, 2025 - Harry Thomas

If you're a communications professional working in or with a UK local authority, you might think the European Accessibility Act (EAA) has...

5 Practical steps to build your email newsletter audience

Best practice Public Sector

5 Practical steps to build your email newsletter audience

July 15th, 2025 - Harry Thomas

If you're responsible for communications in a local authority or other public sector organisation, you already know that email newsletters are...

The media estate - Why build an owned audience

Public Sector Best practice

The media estate - Why build an owned audience

July 9th, 2025 - Harry Thomas

The media estate - Why build an owned audienceIn today’s digital-first world, public sector organisations must reach and engage diverse communities...

Using COM-B for email campaigns that drive behaviour change

Best practice Public Sector Automation

Using COM-B for email campaigns that drive behaviour change

July 2nd, 2025 -

Public sector communicators are often tasked with achieving big outcomes on tight budgets—whether that’s helping people stop smoking, increasing...

Pop-ups: From Passive Browsing to Purposeful Action

Public Sector Best practice

Pop-ups: From Passive Browsing to Purposeful Action

May 1st, 2025 - Jakub Gacon

Pop-ups have come a long way from their clickbait origins. When used with intention and purpose, they can play a vital role in helping public...

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