Creative Word PR has been supporting art project Making Trails in raising awareness of how the arts can support the rejuvenation of High Streets post pandemic. Read their latest coverage in leading Government trade publications Public Sector Executive and LocalGov. Showcasing the success of the independent art trails in increasing footfall and instilling a senseContinue reading “Making Trails hits the headlines with bid to save Britain’s struggling High Streets”
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Regional PR a dying art or a powerful ally?
When it comes to PR the power of the local press can sometimes be underestimated. Unfortunately, the 1500 regional newspapers, 600 radio stations and numerous regional broadcasters can be seen by some as the poor relation to the big bright lights of the national news. I often hear “nobody reads their local newspaper anymore,” “everyoneContinue reading “Regional PR a dying art or a powerful ally?”
Could art be the answer to saving Britain’s struggling High Streets?
Towns are being urged to embrace outdoor art as a way of saving Britain’s dying High Streets and increasing footfall in struggling towns. Despite positive steps, footfall in UK town centres is still well below pre-pandemic levels, as many shoppers turn to the convenience of online shopping with nearly 50 stores a day closing onContinue reading “Could art be the answer to saving Britain’s struggling High Streets?”
Hiking with a Viking to encourage sustainable school travel
Burton school children have been encouraged to walk to school with a Viking in a bid to ease congestion and reduce pollution. For Walk to School Week Outwoods Primary School, in Harehedge Lane, took part in a series of activities to encourage families to ditch the car and get active while walking to school. DesignedContinue reading “Hiking with a Viking to encourage sustainable school travel”
7 reasons your PR is failing
Frustrated that your PR doesn’t seem to be getting the reaction you had hoped? Feel confused as to the benefits and not seeing the results you had wanted? You could be making these common mistakes when it comes to PR for SMEs. Used right PR can be a great asset and have multiple benefits forContinue reading “7 reasons your PR is failing”
Burton garage goes green as it celebrates record year
Crescent Motors, in Wetmore Road, is leading the way in service and repairs for electric vehicles following investment in greener technology as they celebrate a record year for the family firm. After installing new equipment and training staff, the independent garage is now home to one of only 6.5% of mechanics in the UK currentlyContinue reading “Burton garage goes green as it celebrates record year”
Why good PR is about more than just a press release
So, you’ve got a big event coming up, won an award, seen sales soar or you are starting to launch a new product? You just need to send out a press release right? When it comes to PR there is a lot more to getting good coverage then writing a press release and sending itContinue reading “Why good PR is about more than just a press release”
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Only eight of the UK’s top 100 companies are headed up by women. Despite recent positive strides to create more diversity in senior management roles there are still industries, like print, where men make up the majority of the work force – 69% of print workers are male. To celebrate International Women’s Day Managing DirectorContinue reading “Celebrating International Women’s Day”
Another year of CIPR accreditation!
Creative Word PR is a proud member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations. CIPR is the world’s only Royal Chartered professional body for public relations practitioners. The governing body oversees the standards and ethics of the industry to maintain and advance standards. The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) scheme offers the opportunity for members toContinue reading “Another year of CIPR accreditation!”
What makes a good story a winning pitch for a journalist?
Every day journalists receive hundreds of press releases from businesses keen to get their story in the news. With only a small number of stories chosen for each publication how do you make sure your press release makes the cut? What makes a good story turn into winning media coverage? Having worked in the mediaContinue reading “What makes a good story a winning pitch for a journalist?”
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