What we do

Our role is distinct as our focus tends to be on contentious projects where there might be a complex mix of issues and stakeholders that present political challenges and risks.

Our team has extensive experience working across all sectors of the development industry in the South East, South West and London, the Midlands and Eastern England.

Using the full range of communications methods, including face to face, digital, media and traditional methods, we deliver a tailored and effective strategy every time.

How we work

We work as an extended part of your team and always have an experienced consultant working alongside you, ensuring you have consistent support and the experience to respond quickly if needed. We are agile which means that we don’t just go through the motions when we are formulating our communications strategies and executing our campaigns.

Internally, we work collaboratively which means we share our knowledge and experiences and are open to continually learning from one another. We support this with regular internal CPD (Continuous Professional Development) sessions to ensure that we are on top of the most relevant issues for our industry.

Our team are also all members of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and undertake CIPR training in addition to completing the CIPR’S annual CPD scheme to become accredited practitioners.

Our purpose

At DevComms, we understand the importance of positive political and community stakeholder engagement in the planning process.

We believe that collaborative placemaking and positive perceptions of development go hand-in-hand. A combination which is beneficial to all parties involved. Our clients are able to deliver their development goals while stakeholders are equally valued and find worth in the process.

However, the planning process is political, can be hard to navigate and inherently challenging owing to the issues that often arise... It can become protracted and full of risk resulting in uncertainty for communities and clients. This can also impact clients’ reputations.

DevComms exists to help take the frustration out of the equation and by using our know-how and knowledge to expertly guide you through the process.

We will partner with you, to support you and help you to achieve your objectives through effective engagement strategies. We commit to:

Promoting and creating positive change by collaborating with clients and communities.

Creating better places and spaces within a community that comes from a place of mutual respect.

Expertly approaching the many phases of the planning process, helping to guide clients and stakeholders through each stage.

At the same time assuring you of our complete cooperation and guidance when navigating risk, challenges and opportunities.

We are apolitical

In line with best practice, we take a thorough, methodical and analytical approach to our work and do not rely on political contacts or connections as part of our communications strategies.

Being apolitical enables us to work in any authority with all political groups and transcend changes in political control. This also enables us to clearly project our transparency and integrity.