Frustration is mounting among comms professionals as job descriptions become impossibly broad, salaries shrink and expectations of a ‘unicorn’ employee skyrocket, sparking a debate about the fundamental value of the discipline.
The latest research from the Institute of Internal Communication (IoIC) reveals a significant disconnect between leaders’ communication styles and employees’ desire for genuine connection and understanding.
Felicity Glennie Holmes, chief communication officer at London Business School, shares her insights on the communication strategy, culture and challenges at one of the world’s leading business schools.
The ECB has taken on a new comms director to help grow cricket’s reach and relevance.
Listening to staff and not acting on the feedback is more damaging than not listening at all.
With the business world in a state of constant disruption, organisations must ‘rethink how they align people, strategy and action’, says new report.
An online discussion has reignited the debate around where the internal communications function should strategically sit within an organisation.
As luxury brands seek to foster deeper connections with audiences, Baker discusses how transparency can build credibility.
Comms and PR experts came together to discuss how to achieve widespread media coverage in a rapidly evolving, fragmented and AI-driven landscape.
With the growth of AI and LLMs complicating the fight against online untruths, industry experts got together to debate the crucial tipping point: when you should respond, and when it’s best to say nothing.
Influencers promoting brands is nothing new, but your own staff can be more effective. Encouraging them to become ‘empluencers’ can help boost trust, engagement and the bottom line – but be careful it doesn’t backfire.
Communications and impact manager Tara Geoghegan on fostering a unified culture and driving global initiatives in a hybrid world.
The former director of comms and engagement at FirstGroup's bus division joins the ranks at Engie UK.
The PRCA has left the platform and is urging the government to cease using it for official communications.
A new report has revealed some of the biggest challenges facing internal comms teams, including inter-departmental collaboration.
Going beyond just information dissemination, internal communications is a vital, two-way process that builds trust, shapes culture and drives organisational success, says a new report
Awards recognise the leading campaigns, teams and people in corporate affairs.
Vicky Steadman and Zoe Kindler join the organisation to ‘strengthen’ its comms team.
The rapid adoption of AI is creating an ‘expectation gap’ between internal comms teams, but leading adopters view this as a catalyst for stronger cross-department collaboration.
Sarah Lee is tasked with leading Scotland’s comms profession through a period of industry transformation.
The IoIC’s Internal Communication Leader of the Year shares her insights on transforming employee comms into a strategic powerhouse.
Traditional search is being pushed out in favour of AI search, but some impressive looking, SEO-optimised websites are slipping past the algorithms.
Having managed global crises and high-stakes data breaches, the ICO’s Angela Balakrishnan has wisdom to share about everything from authentic leadership and diversity, to doing something scary every day.
Check out the pictures from our first ever networking event.
An industry insider’s social media post about comms job descriptions has prompted a lively debate about the state of recruitment in the sector.
Creativity and showcasing value are top of mind for this year’s co-chair duo.
Why standard corporate jargon is losing its lustre… and what internal comms experts are trying to banish from their vocabulary.
Kylie Taylor, vice president of comms at sports and entertainment presenter AEG International, on embracing a 360-degree approach and prioritising trust.
Jordan McKibben will represent the public affairs team within steering committees and work to develop patient comms and advocacy at Gilead Sciences.
Oliver Wall shares insights with In.Comms editor Claire Warren, including how to elevate the comms function to a truly strategic role.
Email is seen as the most effective tool but research finds communicators want to invest more time or resources in intranets next year.
Sorrelle Harper joins a raft of high-profile new hires at the smart meter provider.
The annual awards celebrate outstanding achievements across the industry.
Jennifer Sproul, chief executive of the IoIC, talks to In.Comms about the rise of ‘shadow communications’ and the increasing need for empathetic leadership in uncertain times.
In the face of political backlash and employee fatigue, corporate DEI initiatives are at a crossroads. So which way now?
The force aims to boost community trust and confidence across London with new frontline comms roles.
Hugo Eyre-Varnier appointed to the holding company at “such an exciting inflection point”.
When newsletter open rates plateau or decline, the creation process becomes more trouble than its worth, or if you’ve just fallen out of love with the current template, perhaps it’s time for a refresh?
Who’s in with a chance of winning big at this year’s awards?
Jonathan Lima-Matthews will help shape policy and advocacy strategies across the EMEA region.
The latest PRWeek Trading Tracker shows agencies grappling with a rise in delayed payments, plus budgets being reallocated to in-house AI capabilities.
As the wider economic landscape continues to put pressure on businesses, internal comms is grappling with increasing demands, rapid technological change and a shift in employee-employer relationships.
Internal comms teams are uniquely positioned to support leaders as they mend their fractured relationships with employees following a breakdown of trust.
CEOs are pushing AI adoption at pace while many corporate affairs teams struggle to keep up, says report
Three comms experts offer practical advice on how to empower a hesitant CEO to become a visible, authentic and effective leader through internal channels.
New research reveals how in-house communications, public affairs and marketing are being transformed by AI, highlighting efficiency gains, adoption challenges and evolving skillsets.
UK-wide census data shows Scotland leading the way in gender equality at the director level.
PRCA census paints a picture of an ambitious sector embracing strategy planning and measurement, while simultaneously struggling to make meaningful progress on DEI.
James Taylor will lead the newly created communications function at Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services.
Almost half of senior communications leaders report experiencing age-related stereotyping, despite the benefits and prevalence of age-diverse teams across the industry.
A panel of internal comms experts recently discussed how the function can demonstrate its value by becoming a truly strategic advisor to the C-suite.
Tickets are still available for the summit, which will be held on 28 April 2026 at the Ham Yard Hotel.
As head of comms, Wheeler will help strengthen the network’s presence in the comms sector.
The charity has partnered with more than 50 sporting organisations to encourage physical activity.
Our experts provide strategies for internal comms teams to manage communication overload following a major project.
See a selection of photos from the prestigious awards, which took place at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel in London.
Stephen Kiely previously worked at Grayling before taking up the role at the LGBTQ+ charity.
Andrew Ward will lead United Utilities' internal and external comms.
An integrated strategy is the future of comms, according to Tamara Pickett, communications and external relations director at Virgin Group.
Unclear and inconsistent messaging fuels mistrust and prompts remaining employees to consider their own roles, research finds.
New research highlights a mismatch between positive perceptions of internal comms as a function and its relative inability to prove its impact.
Clare Jennings and Alice Holmes, joint communications director at Mishcon de Reya, discuss how their shared role brings double the expertise, resilience and energy to the law firm.