Devolution and Kent: What businesses need to know
We’re getting closer by the day to the biggest shake-up in local government since the 1972 Local Government Act. Yet, despite the scale of the change, the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill has largely flown under the radar in many business and real estate circles. Andrew Metcalf looks at how the reforms will affect businesses in Kent.
July, 2025 more
Should I be marketing my business on social media?
Erica Jones, Account Director at Kent-based PR, marketing and public affairs agency Maxim, offers some advice to organisations looking to get started on social media.
March, 2025 more
Economic update for Kent's construction industry
The first Kent Construction Focus Group meeting of 2025 saw Andrew Metcalf provide the 70+ attendees with an insight into what’s going on across the county and how it might impact on the commercial health and wellbeing of the construction industry.
January, 2025 more
Renewed interest in renewables from new Government
Labour came to power with a manifesto that said they will work with the private sector. We look at the plans to double onshore wind, triple solar power, and quadruple offshore wind by 2030 and consider what it might mean in terms of communications and community engagement.
October, 2024 more
Networking is a word that can make people shudder in horror. Either in fear at confronting a room of strangers who aren’t potential customers, or in dismay at time wasted away from potential customers.
July, 2024 more
Minimal marketing is better than nothing
When it comes to saving money, marketing can often be top of the list for things to do without. But if you don’t tell people you exist, how can you generate new customers?
May, 2024 more
The plain and simple answer to good communication
Choose your language to suit your audience and don't over-complicate.
April, 2024 more
The importance of handling crisis comms correctly
Every organisation, regardless of size or industry, is susceptible to crises that can potentially tarnish their reputation and even threaten their very existence.
March, 2024 more
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