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Who’s Who - Inside Government 2025: An Updated Guide To Government’s Key Advisers Our brand-new, fully updated report provides a rigorous, up-to-date analysis of the advisers and teams shaping government policy and delivery. As new figures step into pivotal roles and the machinery of government evolves, understanding these dynamics is critical for effective engagement. With a huge reshuffle, lots of the faces in Westminster have changed or moved. Access the report to inform your strategy and ensure your organisation is engaging with the right people, in the right way, at the right time. 👉 Download it here: cavendishconsulting.com/news… #PublicAffairs #GovernmentRelations #PolicyInsight #UKPolitics

🛒 FMCG and consumer goods: what party conference season told us about the politics of consumption: cavendishconsulting.com/arti…

💊 Health and life sciences: what party conference season told us about health policy: cavendishconsulting.com/arti…

⚙️ Infrastructure and energy: what party conference season told us about the road to net zero: cavendishconsulting.com/arti…

🏠 Housing and planning: what party conference season told us about the delivery challenge ahead: cavendishconsulting.com/arti…

Digital ID is the UK’s next big culture war battleground. We’ve been tracking the top 50 influential right-wing populists online, and the spike this week is impossible to miss. Starmer’s announcement has sent mentions of ID cards from about 200 in the whole of last year to 1000 in a single week. Why does it matter? Because Digital ID ticks every culture-war box: 👀 distrust of authority and institutions 🤖 suspicion of technocratic fixes 🛡️ defence of tradition and way of life 💷 resentment over who bears the cost 💰 suspicion that someone is profiting It's ideological, yes, but this group is already starting to name brands and companies they think will profit, making them fair game for boycotts and pile-ons. Here’s the kicker: the public isn’t with them. The last YouGov poll found 57% of Brits support some form of ID cards. But that doesn’t remove the reputational risk for businesses caught in the crossfire. At Cavendish, we’re tracking these spikes in real time to help clients stay ahead of issues like this. Digital ID is just the start - expect more flashpoints where politics, business and online outrage collide. And if you want more insight into our work around culture wars, head to: lnkd.in/eJvpEgnj

We’re proud to share that Cavendish has been shortlisted in two categories at this year's @prweekuknews Awards 2025 🌟 The categories include: 🏆 Mid-size Consultancy of the Year 🤝 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champions These prestigious nominations reflect what matters most to us: delivering meaningful work, building trusted partnerships, and creating a culture where everyone can thrive. Thank you and congratulations to our brilliant teams, clients, and collaborators who helped make this possible 👏 #PRWeekAwards #PRWeekUK #DEI #CommunicationsWithPurpose @CavendishCymru

🚨 Reform UK is reshaping the rules of politics, communication and reputation. They’ve gone from zero councils to running counties. From a fringe movement to five(ish) MPs. From protest to power. And they’re just getting started. Our new report, The Rise of Reform, maps how they are changing the game - and what it means for anyone working in comms, campaigns, or corporate affairs. We cover: - How Reform is sweeping up local power - Why their social content outperforms every other party - The network of voices fuelling their movement beyond the party line - And what brands need to know as polarisation turns reputational risk into a daily reality 🎥 To kick it off, Isobel Fitzsimons walks you through the key takeaways. It’s 60 seconds that could reframe your entire strategy. 👇 Watch the video. Read the report. And let’s talk about what this means for your organisation. Download the report here: lnkd.in/ef9Y-dUw

🎯Introducing our dedicated Cavendish LinkedIn Planning & Engagement page. Insight matters more than ever. That’s why we’re launching this new page, to share the thinking, data, and creativity that help our clients in energy, infrastructure, and property shape positive change. Watch our video to understand why our strength is in our experts across all the regions and nations of the UK & Ireland. Make sure you watch to the end, we don't always get it right🤭. Whether you're a developer, planner, investor, policy-maker or communications lead, this is where you’ll find the best commentary, insight, and innovation across the built environment. Remember to follow our page for updates 👉 linkedin.com/showcase/planni… #Planning #CommunityEngagement #ThoughtLeadership #Energy #Infrastructure #Housing #Transport #Regeneration #Cavendish #Property #Politics

The UK is set for the largest airspace redesign since the 1950s, with the new UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS) set to lead the change. This departure from the current process aims to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impacts but raises challenges on how it will maintain public trust with key stakeholders and community groups. At Cavendish, we specialise in building trust through strategic stakeholder engagement and meaningful community consultation—ensuring aviation projects take off with clarity and confidence. Read our latest blog, written by our Associate Director, Chris Weatherburn, to find out more about the challenges and opportunities of modernising UK airspace, and how Cavendish can support your aviation projects: cavendishconsulting.com/arti… #Aviation #AirspaceModernisation #CommunityEngagement #Blog

We're excited to be supporting the @wellcomegenome Campus, already home to a growing community of world-leading institutes, businesses, organisations and experts in genomics, biodata, health data, data science and with ambitious expansion plans, the first phase of which is one of the largest contemporary investments in the UK’s life sciences infrastructure. Plans are in place to further grow into a truly global destination – continue to drive cutting-edge advances to tackle some of humanity’s greatest challenges and Cavendish is building a brand and communications campaign to help tell this exciting and world significant story to a global scientific community. The Campus is backed by the @wellcometrust and, over the next few years, will triple in size, with its working community expected to grow from around 3,000 to between 7,000 and 9,000 or more. The expansion builds on the site’s existing international standing from Wellcome Sanger and EMBL-EBI’s achievements over past decades and will attract new fast growth and established businesses from Life Sciences, Technology and Healthcare from the UK and worldwide to work alongside each other. It will also be home to the new Health Data Research Service announced by the Prime Minister in April. Wellcome Genome Campus is already world recognised and established and is expanding for the future, we're looking forward to working with the team there as this develops.

🚨 We have a new partner 🚨 We’re proud to announce that Cavendish is now an official partner of @techUK — the UK’s leading technology trade association. 🤝 By joining forces with @techUK, Cavendish gains access to a wealth of industry insights, resources, and networking opportunities. This will enhance our ability to support clients in delivering innovative technology solutions and helping them navigate an ever-evolving digital landscape. We can't wait to get started 💪 #Partnership #TechUK

After a month in office, how are England's new mayors getting on? And what might they do next? In their latest blog, James Wood, Noah Khogali, and Keane Duncan have analysed the four mayors' first steps and what the impact might be on their regions. Read their blog here: cavendishconsulting.com/arti… #Mayors #Politics #LocalElections #Blog

We’re incredibly proud to share that Cavendish has been named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work - for the second year in a row! This recognition is especially meaningful because it’s based on feedback from our own people. In what's been an incredibly busy year, this achievement is a powerful reflection of our culture, resilience, and brilliant team spirit. To everyone at Cavendish - thank you. This is your award. Your energy, care, and commitment make this a truly special place to work. Here’s to continuing the journey - together. Read more here: cavendishconsulting.com/arti… #STBPTW #Award @thetimes @WorkLforBusines @CavendishCymru

We’re proud to announce that Cavendish has been awarded Best Agency for Public Affairs at the @prweekuknews Corporate Affairs Awards 2025🏆 Cavendish was named as a stand-out entrant not only for its impactful work, but also a progressive culture that fosters inclusivity for colleagues and prioritises client satisfaction. We’re incredibly proud of our talented team and grateful to our fantastic clients for their trust and partnership. A huge thank you to @prweekuknews for this award and to everyone who has supported us on this journey. Here's to many more successes together 🎉 #PRWeekCorporateAffairsAwards #PublicAffairs #AwardWinningTeam @CavendishCymru