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Subject: Public relations contracts

Reference: WBC-FOI-00686

I would like to request the following information in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act:

How much money have you spent on external contractors for public relations (including marketing and communications),

a) In the financial year 2021/22

b) So far in the financial year 2022/23?

Response

Full Disclosure - 14 February 2023

Request for Information - WBC-FOI-00686 - Public relations contracts

I refer to your request for information received on 06 February 2023. Please see the information below in response to your request: -

How much money have you spent on external contractors for public relations (including marketing and communications):

a) In the financial year 2021/22?

£20,598.90. This was in relation to a specific campaign to support the regeneration of the borough, attract visitors and foster community cohesion and participation in arts and culture activity; the campaign was fully funded from developer contributions.

b) So far in the financial year 2022/23?

£7,500.00. This was in relation to a specific campaign to support the regeneration of the borough, attract visitors and foster community cohesion and participation in arts and culture activity; the campaign was fully funded from developer contributions.

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FOI and DPA Officer

FOIW@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk

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