Evie Barrett

Oct 8, 2024

Heinz faces backlash over negative stereotypes in ad

Food company Heinz has apologised after its latest advertising campaign was called out by some for perpetuating racist stereotypes.

Sep 18, 2024

Edelman launches global Counter Disinformation Unit

A dedicated global team aims to help organisations protect themselves from ‘the rising tide of mis- and disinformation’.

Aug 31, 2024

One in four influencers want brands to ask before ...

Almost one in four creators said brands should ask for permission before sending a gifted product, according to new research.

Jul 10, 2024

Most large companies guilty of 'greenhushing', ...

Two in three FTSE 100 companies (63%) are quietly disclosing their ESG progress but not actively communicating it to the public, new research has found.

Jun 18, 2024

Clean Creatives on decision not to disrupt Cannes 2024

Climate activist group Clean Creatives has told PRWeek UK it has no plans for stunts at this year’s Cannes Lions, calling the festival ‘a difficult and expensive place to engage’.

Jun 6, 2024

UN chief calls for ban on fossil fuel ads to combat ...

UN secretary-general António Guterres has directly called for PR agencies to stop working with fossil fuel clients, and ‘acting as enablers to planetary destruction’.