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EDITORIAL USE ONLY Author David Larbi is appointed as Heathrow’s ‘Poet-in-Residence’, marking the airport’s 80th birthday with a poem titled ‘Gateway to the World’, in Hounslow. Issue date: Wednesday May 27, 2026.27 May 2026
Heathrow 80th Birthday
Assignments captured Heathrow Airport's 80th birthday celebration through aerial and ground-level photography, helping bring a unique campaign to life and…
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY General view inside a branch of sports betting and gambling company Coral on Warren Street, London. Issue date: Friday December 19, 2025.27 Nov 2025
Why stock refresh is becoming a must-have for brands
There’s a growing trend we’re seeing across the PR and communications landscape: stock refresh. It might not always be the headline-grabbing brief, but…
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY General views of the new ‘Splash’ £40m swimming pool, which has now officially opened at Butlin’s holiday resort in Bognor Regis, West Sussex.30 Apr 2019
Keep Calm and Hand Out Ice Lollies: The Art of the British Heatwave PR Stunt
A heatwave in Britain is more than weather — it’s a PR opportunity. Discover how brands can tap into cultural moments, timing, and humour to create…
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY Victoria Canal at the spray bar experience at The Attitude PRIDE awards supported by Magnum.20 Jun 2023
Why Cannes Is More Than a Moment And Why Storytelling Defines Success
Discover how brands turn Cannes moments into lasting stories through fast-turnaround photography and video. See how Assignments captures content that…
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EMBARGOED TO 0001 MONDAY APRIL 27 EDITORIAL USE ONLY Sebastian Dean during a preview of the UK’s first and only PAW Patrol-themed land, World of PAW Patrol at Chessington World of Adventures, ahead of the attraction opening to the public on Sunday. Issue date: Monday April 27, 2026.18 Apr 2026
Chessington World of Adventures World of PAW Patrol
Discover how we captured the launch of Chessington’s World of PAW Patrol, telling the story of Hero Hounds and their families through immersive video and…
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McDonald's Long-standing sponsor of the World Cup since 199422 Jul 2023
Playing the PR Game: What Brands Get Right (and Wrong) During the World Cup
Discover what brands get right (and wrong) with World Cup PR campaigns, from avoiding sponsorship pitfalls to creating timely, impactful content that cuts…
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY AJ & Curtis Pritchard unveil The Daffodil Runner, commissioned by Marie Curie, the 2026 TCS London Marathon Charity of the Year, at Potters Fields Park, the halfway point of the race this Sunday.21 Apr 2026
Marie Curie – The Daffodil Runner Campaign
See how PA Media Assignments created high-impact visuals for Marie Curie’s London Marathon campaign, achieving strong national and regional media coverage.
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Staff Spotlight: Nathan Tansley, Head of Video Production, Assignments
Meet Nathan Tansley, our Head of Video Production at PA Media Assignments. At the heart of his role is helping brands and PR agencies turn complex stories…
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY A collectable £5 Spice Girls coin is unveiled by The Royal Mint to mark 30 years since the debut of the band’s single, ‘Wannabe’, and the release of their first album, ‘Spice’, featuring a design by artist Ffion Rees, Cardiff. Issue date: Tuesday March 3, 2026.3 Mar 2026
The Royal Mint x Spice Girls Coin Launch
Discover how PA Media Assignments captured the creation of The Royal Mint’s commemorative Spice Girls coin, documenting the production process and…
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY General view of the live string quartet at the Dove x Bridgerton Affair, an immersive experience at Battersea Power Station in London, where guests can explore scenes inspired by Season 4 of the Netflix and Shondaland series, including floral gardens and a re-imagined copper bathtub scented with Dove’s limited-edition range.6 Mar 2026
From Stunt to Strategy: Why Experiential PR Is Driving Cultural Impact in 2026
How experiential PR is evolving in 2026, with brands creating culturally relevant, shareable moments. Featuring insights from the Dove x Bridgerton…
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY Royal Mint, Dennis The Menace 50p coin. The Royal Mint and Beano collaboration sees the prankster, wearing his famous red and black striped top, appearing on a 50p coin with his trusty dog Gnasher.11 Feb 2026
The Royal Mint – Beano 50p Coin Launch
Photography campaign for The Royal Mint’s Beano 50p coin celebrating 75 years of Dennis the Menace, securing coverage in 21 national newspapers including…
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY Amy Bannister-Bell, Retraining of Racehorses Wales representative, and her family with racehorse Nora The Xplorer as they visit Liverpool’s Chinatown with Great British Racing to celebrate Chinese New Year and the Year of the Horse.17 Feb 2026
Great British Racing – Chinese New Year Celebration
Photoshoot for Great British Racing, celebrating Chinese New Year with two thoroughbreds under Liverpool’s Chinatown arches, securing coverage in The i…