As Power Moves North, PLMR Acquires Manchester’s Social to Create £12 Million Independent Communications Group
PLMR, the Westminster-headquartered integrated communications agency, has acquired Social Communications Group, which is known for its work in infrastructure, housing, placemaking, regeneration and devolution.
Top 5 takeaways from the Inside Housing Communications Conference 2026
This week, communications professionals from across the housing sector came together in London, for the Inside Housing Communications Conference, including Social’s Head of London office, Matt Geer.
Heading North – Could Burnham finally rebalance the UK’s over-centralised economy?
Andy Burnham’s core philosophy is about bringing power closer to the people, and few parts of the country stand to benefit more than the North.
Powered by Place: Why Andy Burnham’s “Manchesterism” could redraw Britain’s housing and regeneration landscape
Andy Burnham’s vision for devolved power, housing-led growth and stronger regional leadership is moving from a Greater Manchester experiment to a potential national blueprint.
Sustainability resourcing within UK social housing providers: Key takeaways from Newbridge Advisors’ Event
Last week, Matt Geer (Head of our London office) and I had the opportunity to attend a workshop hosted by Newbridge Advisors, following the
Housing 2026: We Don’t Need More Engagement — We Need Better Conversations
Last week, several members of the Social team attended the Housing 2026 conference at Manchester Central, which brought together key figures from across the
Engaging the 9-5 economy in City Centre Regeneration
At 8:30am, cities across the UK start to fill with commuters, students, working professionals, tourists. People who, alongside local residents, shape the city centre for the next ten hours. Let’s call it the 9-5 economy. Not necessarily stakeholders,
Supporting wellbeing in the workplace
Mental Health Awareness Week is an important opportunity for everyone to reflect on how we take care of our wellbeing. Caring for your mental health
Senior appointment for growing Social Yorkshire team
Communications agency, Social has appointed Lucy Newton to the senior team in its Yorkshire office following a series of new business wins. Newton brings
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week: My journey from Apprentice to Operations Executive
As National Apprenticeship Week comes around again, I’ve taken some time to look back on the year that has passed since I wrote my
Key takeaways from NHF Comms and Influencing in Housing Conference
Social’s Heads of Manchester and London offices, Becki Ord and Matt Geer, attended the National Housing Federation’s Comms and Influencing in Housing Conference. Here are their takeaways
Matt Geer steps into leadership role at Social
Matt Geer will be stepping into a new role as Head of London Office at Social from January 2026. Matt joined Social as the London office’s