Media enquiries
The Communications Team issues media releases and statements, and responds to enquiries from media representatives such as journalists, producers, researchers and photographers.
Please note we are unable to deal with general enquiries from the public. Instead, please see our Contact us page for how to contact a specific department or ask a general question.
For media enquiries about the council, including interview requests for councillors or officers, please contact the Communications Team using the details below:
- email: [email protected]
- phone: 01493 846645
Our core working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. For out-of-hours media enquiries, please email us with your enquiry and we will respond as soon as possible.
To help us respond, please provide as much detail as possible, including details of your target publication or programme and any deadlines you may be working to.
Recent press releases
See our to view recent press releases. Press releases are also promoted via the Council's social media channels:
- Facebook (opens new window)
- Twitter (opens new window)
- Instagram (opens new window)
- Linked-In (opens new window)
Filming on Council-owned land
Please visit our filming and commercial photography pages for more information about filming on Council-owned land, including the Market Place, seafronts and beaches.
Our communications approach
The Corporate communications strategy sets out the Council's overarching approach to effective communications across the authority.
The Strategy represents a coordinated and targeted overall approach to the Council's internal and external communications, supporting the delivery of the public and corporate priorities.
The vision statement for the strategy is:
To boost confidence in the Borough and the Council, in order to influence in a positive way the thoughts and actions of identified stakeholders who are based locally, nationally and further afield.
