Whitehouse Communications Ltd

Whitehouse Communications Ltd is a specialist political communications and public affairs agency founded in 1998 by Chris Whitehouse. Headquartered in London, it has developed a strong reputation for delivering integrated communications campaigns that combine public affairs, policy analysis, media relations, crisis communications, stakeholder engagement, and event management. The firm focuses on helping clients influence European Union institutions and national governments by providing bespoke strategic guidance and support tailored to their specific business or sector needs.

The agency’s expertise spans a wide range of sectors including health and social care, food and nutrition, energy and environment, education, human rights, and equality. Whitehouse Communications prides itself on its deep knowledge of UK and EU political processes, legislation, and media landscapes, enabling it to craft clear, consistent, and convincing messages targeted at key decision-makers and opinion formers.

Whitehouse Communications employs a team that includes European lawyers with direct experience working in the European Parliament and Commission, as well as consultants trained in these institutions. This insider knowledge allows the firm to guide clients effectively through the complexities of EU policy-making, ensuring their concerns are addressed at the right time and to the right audience.

Ethics and transparency are central to Whitehouse’s operations. The firm is registered with the EU Transparency Register and the UK’s Statutory Registrar of Commercial Lobbyists, and is a member of the European Public Affairs Consultancies Association (EPACA) and the Association of Professional Political Consultants. This demonstrates its commitment to the highest professional and ethical standards in lobbying and public affairs.

Whitehouse Communications has been actively engaged in lobbying on key EU policy areas such as food law and regulation, employment law, environmental regulation, and import/export duties. The firm supports clients ranging from private companies to public and charitable organizations, helping them to shape legislation, influence public opinion, and build support for their policy objectives.

With offices in London and Brussels, Whitehouse Communications is strategically positioned to cover clients’ communication needs at local, national, and European levels. The firm emphasizes a collaborative approach, working closely with clients to clarify issues, plan strategic campaigns, and deliver measurable outcomes. Its integrated approach combines political insight, media expertise, and event management to maximize impact.

Overall, Whitehouse Communications Ltd stands out as a reputable, experienced, and ethically governed lobbying and communications agency, dedicated to helping clients navigate and influence the EU political landscape effectively

Registered in EU Transparency Register: 26 February 2009
EU Transparency Register ID: 52633701250-41
Head office: London, United Kingdom
Company type: Private limited company (Company number 03474580)
Founded: 1998
SIC code: 70229 – Management consultancy activities other than financial management
Website: whitehousecomms.com
Number of employees: 11-50
Services: Public affairs, market access, public relations, event management, integrated campaigns, political consultancy, crisis management, association management, regulatory advice, media relations, digital and social media, research and insights

No related lobbyists found.

Public affairs and political lobbying
Stakeholder engagement
Public relations and media relations
Crisis management
EU policy and legislative influence
Event management
Regulatory advice
Political consultancy
Research and intelligence gathering
Sectors: Food law and regulation, employment law, environmental regulation, import/export duties, health and social care, energy and environment, education, human rights and equality

Whitehouse Communications networks with various organizations through its membership in professional bodies such as:

European Public Affairs Consultancies Association (EPACA)
Association of Professional Political Consultants (APPC)
Registered with the EU Transparency Register and the UK Statutory Registrar of Commercial Lobbyists

The firm also collaborates with clients and stakeholders across sectors including private companies, public bodies, and charitable organizations, although specific affiliated organizations are not detailed in the available data

Whitehouse Communications has declared lobby expenditure in the EU Transparency Register. The total lobbying costs have varied over the years but the exact breakdown by year is not publicly detailed in the available sources. The firm has indicated that its fees are typically lower than larger competitors, reflecting a transparent and competitive pricing model

Whitehouse Communications engages primarily with the European Parliament and the European Commission, leveraging the experience of its team who have worked within these institutions. The firm focuses on influencing EU policy-making and legislation, particularly in areas such as food law, employment law, environmental regulation, and trade duties

The firm has conducted numerous meetings with EU institutions since its registration in 2009. However, specific details on the number, dates, and topics of these meetings are not publicly available in the provided sources.