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Archive for June, 2012

Launch of PPS political map, app and limited edition for 2012

Monday, June 18th, 2012

PPS is pleased to announce publication of its political wall map 2012/13. The map, now in its 18th edition, illustrates the political control for all local councils in England, Scotland and Wales.
This year, a limited edition word cloud version is also available – see left hand image.
You can also download the PPS political map iPhone app which, in addition to [...]

PPS Scotland delivers masterclass on reputation and communications

Thursday, June 14th, 2012

Edinburgh’s Corn Exchange yesterday hosted a Public Sector Expo where PPS director, Donald Anderson delivered a masterclass on reputation and communications. Donald’s session focused on three key areas:
• The importance of social media and digital change
• Aligning policy, practice and communications
• Messaging – Remind, Reassure, Reward
Other contributors included John Swinney MSP, Cabinet [...]

PPS to address Consultation Institute on ethics

Thursday, June 14th, 2012

Next week, PPS director Charles St. George will present at a Consultation Institute event on ethics. Charles’ session entitled ‘Ethical Dilemmas’ will address whether genuine consultation and lobbying can coexist?
Other speakers include 38 Degrees’ David Babbs and a representative from The National Trust.
The event Consultation Culture and the Public Affairs Industry takes place at Bircham Dyson [...]