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We are over the moon to welcome Social to the @PLMRLtd Group. John and his team have built a fantastic business and it is a real pleasure to welcome their entire team.
This acquisition brings with it a presence in Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool - further diversifying PLMR's reach throughout the United Kingdom.
In his prior role as Mayor of Manchester, @AndyBurnham created an exceptional economic environment for businesses such as Social to flourish and we are excited for their growth to continue within the PLMR Group.
Welcome Social.
Today, Social.co.uk joins the PLMR Group. 🚀
🤝 A fellow PR Week Top 150 agency & B Corp
📍 Offices in Manchester, Liverpool & Leeds
📈 Strengthening of our PR, design, creative and built environment proposition
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News: @PLMRLtd acquires #Manchester’s Social to create £12million independent communications group --> read all about it on the #PublicAffairs industry #news page: tinyurl.com/3ac6dnx8
Are you coming to our Power of Place reception at Labour Conference?
Join PLMR for a reception featuring a keynote address from the Minister for Skills, Jacqui Smith, bringing together parliamentarians, policymakers and sector leaders from across HE, FE, skills and business to explore how education providers are building stronger places, and the role they can play in creating opportunity and prosperity in communities across the country.
📅 Tuesday 29 September 18:30-19:30
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
We’re delighted to have @AdeccoGroup, @CsthatWork and JTL in the Hub for their event “Britain’s Got Employment Talent: How Can Labour Get More People into Work?”
The UK faces an employment crisis, especially among young people, driven by ill-health, limited opportunity and skills gaps. Join us to discuss why current measures, including the Youth Guarantee and Pathways to Work, may not go far enough, and what bolder action is needed to get more people into work.
📅 Tuesday 29 September 15.30-16.30
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
We’re delighted to be hosting Russell Group Students' Unions for their event titled “A New Settlement for University Students”. How can Labour build a compelling vision for student voters?
Speakers will explore how a renewed partnership between students and government can strengthen the student experience and public confidence in universities.
The panel will consider the changes needed to meet the realities of modern life and support the next generation to succeed.
📅 Monday 28 September 13.00-14.00
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
We’re delighted to be hosting the @IBMScience for their event on “Better diagnosis, better care: delivering Labour’s ambitions for the NHS”.
Timely, high-quality diagnosis is central to cutting waits, improving outcomes and making the NHS more productive. This event brings together policymakers, health leaders and experts to explore how better use of diagnostics, technology and the workforce can help patients receive the right care sooner, reduce variation and use resources better.
📅 Tuesday 29 September 11.00-12.00
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
It’s Party Conference month!
Don’t miss your chance to host an event in the PLMR Policy Hub.
Get in touch now to secure your spot - [email protected] 📩
⏳ The clock is ticking – just one week to go until our upcoming panel on finding your audience and landing coverage in a fragmented media landscape!
On 3 September, we’re bringing together Financial Times Data Journalist Amy Borrett, London Centric Editor Jim Waterson, and freelance podcast producer Maddie Drury for an evening of sharp insight, drinks, and networking.
The event is free to attend, but seats are going fast, so register now to guarantee your spot. We hope to see you there!
📅 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟯 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 | 𝟲:𝟬𝟬–𝟴:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺
📍 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀, 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗼𝗼
Register here 👉 luma.com/77iyl5xm
This year’s Labour Party Conference will be Andy Burnham’s first as Prime Minister.
We will be showing his speech live from the PLMR Policy Hub, giving guests the chance to hear the keynote address as it happens and reflect Burnham’s priorities shaping Labour’s agenda.
📅 Tuesday 29 September 14.00-15.00
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
And if you’re still making plans for Conference, we still have a small number of event slots available in the Policy Hub. Located in the secure zone and fully equipped for any type of event.
Get in touch via [email protected] to find out more.
We’re delighted to be hosting the NFU and Labour Rural Research Group for their reception at the PLMR Policy Hub.
With speeches from Jenny Riddell-Carpenter MP, LRRG Chair and Tom Bradshaw, NFU President. We will be joined by the Defra Secretary of State. Private event. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to email [email protected] for more information and requests to attend.
📅 Monday 28 September 20.30-21.30
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
We’re delighted to be hosting QA and @Microsoft for the QA x Microsoft Digital Skills Reception.
QA is pleased to host this reception celebrating the partnership with Microsoft in supporting young people into their first apprenticeship. As the Government focuses on tackling the NEET challenge and devolving skills, the programme is creating meaningful opportunities across the UK for young people to get their foot on the career ladder.
📅 Monday 28 September 19.00-20.00
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
We’re pleased to be hosting the Women’s Health Reception in the PLMR Policy Hub this year.
Co-sponsored by the @MidwivesRCM and the @COSRH_UK, this reception will bring together policymakers, health leaders and women’s health campaigners to discuss the next phase of women’s health policy. The event will explore how the renewed Women’s Health Strategy and maternity reform can translate into safer, more responsive and more equitable care for women across the life course.
📅 Monday 28 September 17.30-18.30
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
We’re delighted to be hosting @stmartinsgroup for their panel and drinks reception, Learn, Earn and Progress: Creating More Opportunities for Young People.
How do government and business create more opportunities for young people? Join senior political and business leaders to discuss expanding access to skills, apprenticeships and quality careers, in the wake of the Milburn Review.
Networking drinks and refreshments to follow the panel discussion.
📅 Monday 28 September 16.00-17.00
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
We are looking forward to hosting @UKNOAH for their Healthy Animals, Good Growth: Why Animal Health Investment Matters panel event.
Animal health is central to animal welfare, rural productivity, public health, environmental sustainability and economic resilience. This event will explore how investing in preventative health measures for animals can support Labour’s growth agenda by driving innovation, protecting animal welfare, and strengthening supply chains and food security.
📅 Monday 28 September 14.30-15.30
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
How is your planning going for Labour Party conference?
Whether its your first or 20th time at Labour Conference, our guide will help you make the most of your time in Liverpool.
Download our guide: plmr.co.uk/policyhub/
We are looking forward to having TPT Retirement Solutions in the Hub for their event “Collective Power, Better Pensions: A Better Deal for Workers?”
Employees are saving more than ever, yet many remain uncertain about their retirement prospects. Could a more collective approach deliver better outcomes? Join the Pensions Minister (invited), trade union leaders and industry experts to explore how Collective Defined Contribution pensions could provide a better deal for working people.
📅 Monday 28 September 08.15-09.15
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, Arena Floor, LEX
RSVP to [email protected]
🚨 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: we’re thrilled to welcome Amy Borrett, Financial Times Data Journalist, to our upcoming panel on how to land coverage and reach your audience in today’s rapidly evolving media environment.
Amy will be joined by Jim Waterson, Editor of the London Centric Substack and former Guardian Media Editor, and Maddie Drury, freelance journalist and podcast producer with BBC credits. Lewis Denison is no longer able to attend due to a scheduling conflict - but we'll definitely be inviting him to a future event, so keep your eyes peeled! 👀2
Together, our panel will explore how audience habits are changing, what journalists need from PRs and organisations, and where the biggest opportunities lie for securing media coverage that matters.
Free to attend, with drinks, canapés and post-panel networking.
📅 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟯 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 | 𝟲:𝟬𝟬–𝟴:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺
📍 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀, 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗼𝗼
Register here 👉 luma.com/77iyl5xm
We’re delighted to be welcoming The Bingo Association back to the PLMR Policy Hub for its Charity Bingo Reception.
The Bingo Association is delighted to return to Conference to celebrate the work of clubs in communities across Britain. With special guest callers and free drinks, it’s a chance to raise funds for charity and take a break from the conference floor. £250 will be donated to the winner’s chosen charity per game.
Email [email protected] to take part.
📅 Sunday 27 September, 19.00-20.00
📍 PLMR Policy Hub, ACC




















