So let’s assume your organisation has a problem. You probably won’t have in- house communications support, but you may wish to engage a second opinion from an objective point of view.

You will be looking for someone who has a wide experience of issues built up inside large and small organisations.

We have worked with FTSE companies, organisations in the controversial chemicals and nuclear industries.

But we have also advised local businesses targeted by the Advertising Standards authority, Individuals wanting to get the right kind of spotlight for their books and consultancy know-how, Families facing the destruction of their reputation and good name by social and mainstream media, charities.

You may just be looking for some one-off advice. Or for an outside expert to look at your crisis teams and emergency plans.

Or you may need support on a project or issue, for days, weeks or even months, up to an including the writing,agreeing and issuing of statements and acting as an informal spokesperson.

You may be looking to the future and wanting to ensure your in-house teams are ready for the emergencies that are almost certainly coming their way.

We have been involved in more than 200 training exercises for organisations over a number of years, and our STORM and ECHO simulation infrastructure has gained wide respect from our clients.