At JBP Local, we pride ourselves on our local government pedigree. From former council leaders to cabinet members, seasoned backbenchers and experienced officers, we know local government inside out and from every political outlook.
We understand the challenges, limitations and complexities of working in local government, and have first-hand experience of working alongside council teams to deliver the extra support they need – you could say we’ve got the t-shirt!
At JBP local, we pride ourselves on our local government pedigree. From former council leaders to cabinet members, seasoned back benchers and experienced officers, we know local government inside out and from every political outlook.
We understand the challenges, limitations and complexities of working in local government, and have first-hand experience of working alongside council teams to deliver the extra support they need – you could say we’ve got the t-shirt!
We work with you to tell your story to residents, stakeholders and your peers. We can help you lobby Whitehall to get the investment and changes your local residents need, or help your local businesses find new opportunities with our city of London links.
We are the extra pair of hands, a fresh pair of experienced eyes, that new perspective to give you the support you need. So, whatever your challenge, wherever the opportunity, we are here to help (t-shirt not included!).
From initial options, right through to investiture day and beyond, we can support your teams with community and stakeholder engagement, transformation and change communications – and even getting your new logo right.
From lobbying for funding and investment through to engaging with communities and stakeholders, we can help you in delivering your communities aspirations and showcasing your region’s potential – whether that’s a landmark regeneration scheme or a much-needed infrastructure upgrade.
We can support you in shaping the future of your local community, bringing your vision to life. We can work with you to ensure that every community voice is heard and help you communicate the opportunities your vision will deliver.
In the absence of LEPs, we can support councils to continue to connect and engage with local businesses, providing traders with a voice into local decision making and helping showcase your area’s investment potential – whether that’s in Westminster or the City of London.
Whatever your needs, we can be that extra pair of hands. Our local government expertise means there will always be someone from the team that has experienced the problem you are trying to solve – so let us be your communications partner, your stakeholder engagement partner and your lobby partner for whatever it is you aspire to do.
An expert pair of hands to support local government comms teams in the delivery of major projects.
A fresh pair of eyes and a new perspective on how to create engaging messages and content across multiple channels.
Conversation specialists with feet on the ground, helping councils hear the hard-to-reach voices within their communities.
Expertise in delivering change and navigating complex reorganisations comms.
Making the connections you need to enhance your networks in Westminster and the City of London, helping ensure your message is heard.
Hosted by Mark Hawthorne, the JBP Local Podcast brings monthly guests from every corner of local government – former leaders, cabinet members, backbenchers and officers, to have the conversations that matter. With JBP’s proven local pedigree, we go from village hall to Whitehall to share practical insights on engagement, regeneration, planning and making the right connections for communities.
Hosted by JBP’s Mark Hawthorne (Director, Local Government), Kieran Bergholcs (Account Director, Public Affairs), Matt Gilling (Senior Account Manager) and Mathew Bacon (Account Director, Stakeholder Engagement), this episode unpacks the past two months of party conferences – Reform, Conservative, Labour and Liberal Democrat. The team shares on-the-ground takeaways, from policy signals to coalition-building, and what it all means for councils, businesses and community leaders. Tune in for practical implications and what to watch next on the local agenda.
We’d love to hear from you.
Whether you’re tackling reorganisation, unlocking investment, or simply need a fresh perspective, our local government specialists are here to help. Every member of our team has first-hand experience navigating the challenges councils face, and we’re ready to bring that insight to your corner of the country.
