Brexit

The UK's departure from the European Union (EU) on 31 January 2020 has had far-reaching implications
across many sectors, including public relations. Although we find ourselves three years on from this
significant transition, understanding the changes and adaptations that occurred during this period
remains crucial for PR professionals.

Brexit a practical guide for CIPR members

This guide, last updated in October 2020, offers valuable insights into the immediate and anticipated
implications of Brexit on the PR industry. While it was created during the transition period, the
document continues to provide a historical context and a basis for understanding the ongoing impacts of
Brexit on our field.
'Brexit a Practical Guide for CIPR Members'

Brexit Event Archive

In collaboration with our regional and sector groups, we organized a series of events to support
members during the Brexit transition period. You can access records of these events here.

CIPR Brexit Briefing Notes

Our briefing notes offered focused insights into specific aspects of the Brexit process.

CIPR note on 'Chequers' deal CIPR note on 'Chequers' deal - July 2018 (PDF)

CIPR note on Government White Paper CIPR note on Government White Paper - July 2018 (PDF)

Scenario Planning - Brexit and PR

See our scenario planning reports from 2018 [LINK] for an in-depth exploration of potential Brexit
outcomes and their implications for PR.

April 2018 report (PDF)

June 2018 report (PDF)

Brexit PR Survey 2017/18

Our member survey report, 'Brexit in Public Relations 2018' [LINK], provides a snapshot of industry
opinions and expectations during the Brexit transition

Brexit in Public Relations 2018 - member survey report (PDF)

Previous Reports

For a detailed understanding of the transitional period, we've maintained our monthly reports from 2018 to 2020. You can access these reports below

Monthly Reports 2020

January 2020 (PDF)

Monthly Reports 2019

December 2019 (PDF)

November 2019 (PDF)

October 2019 (PDF)

September 2019 (PDF)

August 2019 (PDF)

July 2019 (PDF)

June 2019 (PDF)