Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Communications Services in Wales
Established in 2004, Bay Delivering With Devolution is a Wales-based communications agency with a unique focus on delivering tailored services exclusively within Wales. Our small, cohesive team has built long-standing relationships with clients and stakeholders, enabling us to provide bespoke advice that addresses the specific demands of operating in Wales. We combine traditional values with modern strategies, maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards and codes of conduct recognised by the Welsh Assembly.Our expertise lies in media relations, event management, and corporate and political communications, supported by a proven track record of advising clients engaging with Welsh local government and the Welsh Government. With a 24/7 approach to monitoring and intelligence gathering, we offer proactive counsel to help clients navigate the Welsh political and media landscape effectively.
Services
Media relations
Event management
Political communications
Stakeholder engagement
Crisis communications
Public affairs strategy
Bilingual content creation
Government liaison
Media monitoring
Digital strategy
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in Welsh political and media communications
- Our team includes former UN and Foreign Office communications specialists
- We maintain direct relationships with Welsh Government ministers and officials
- Bespoke 24/7 monitoring and intelligence gathering services
- Bilingual communication strategies for Welsh and English-speaking audiences
Services
Media relations
We provide comprehensive media relations services including press monitoring, news analysis, and strategic communication planning. Our team develops targeted media campaigns to enhance client visibility in Welsh national and local media. With deep understanding of Welsh media dynamics, we create tailored strategies that align with client objectives and ensure effective media engagement.
Political communications
Our political communications services focus on advising clients navigating Welsh Government and Assembly relationships. We offer expert counsel on political engagement strategies, policy development, and stakeholder management. With established connections to Welsh ministers and officials, we help clients build effective relationships and navigate the complexities of Welsh devolved governance.
Event management
We specialise in managing high-profile public events and conferences for political and corporate clients. Our services include event planning, logistics coordination, and media integration. With experience handling major political conferences and public affairs events, we ensure seamless execution that aligns with client communication objectives and enhances public engagement.
Stakeholder engagement
Our stakeholder engagement programs identify key influencers and develop strategic relationship-building initiatives. We conduct gap analysis of existing stakeholder networks and create targeted engagement strategies. Our approach combines traditional relationship-building with modern communication techniques to help clients achieve their commercial or policy objectives in Wales.
Bilingual content creation
We produce high-quality bilingual content for Welsh and English-speaking audiences. Our services include translating materials, creating culturally appropriate messaging, and developing dual-language communication strategies. This ensures clients can effectively engage with all stakeholders across Wales, maintaining consistent messaging in both official languages.
People
Mark Hinge
Founder and Managing Director
Former communications specialist with the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and United Nations. Over 25 years' experience in Welsh public affairs. Member of the Institute of Welsh Affairs and founder of Public Affairs Cymru. Regular media commentator.
Leigh Jeffes
Communications Director
Former Director of the Welsh Conservative Party with 20+ years' experience in political communications. Expert in Welsh Government operations and stakeholder engagement. Chartered Institute of Public Relations member with extensive media contacts.
Elin Wyn
Media Consultant
Award-winning bilingual journalist with 25 years' experience in BBC Wales. Specialist in media relations and crisis communications. Former producer of news and current affairs programmes. Consultant for major public inquiries and political parties.
Richard Worrall
Business Development Director
25 years' international experience in culture, media and sport sectors. Former International Vice President at IMG. Expert in commercial strategy development and delivery for major events and cultural organisations across public and private sectors.
Questions
What areas of Wales do you cover?
We operate across all regions of Wales, with particular expertise in navigating the Welsh Government and Assembly relationships from our Cardiff base.
Do you work with non-Welsh clients?
Yes, we specialise in helping external organisations establish effective communication strategies within the Welsh political and media landscape.
What political party experience do you have?
We have worked with all major Welsh political parties including Conservative, Labour, Plaid Cymru and Liberal Democrats at senior levels.
Can you provide bilingual services?
Yes, we offer full bilingual services in both Welsh and English, including content creation and media engagement in both languages.
What crisis communications experience do you have?
Our team includes specialists who have managed high-profile public inquiries and crisis situations, including the E.coli Public Inquiry.
How do you monitor Welsh media?
We provide 24/7 media monitoring services covering Welsh national and local media, with real-time analysis and reporting capabilities.
