CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN PR

Early Bird Deadline: Thursday 20 November

We’re celebrating the heart and soul of the UK communications industry – the people and workplaces driving real change.

The PRWeek People & Places Awards honour the best UK comms workplaces and salute individuals who are excelling in their roles, pushing boundaries and shaping the industry for the better. From innovative agencies to in-house teams, from inspiring leaders to emerging talent, these awards shine a spotlight on the people, cultures and environments that make exceptional work possible.

Whether you’re a thriving agency, a forward-thinking in-house team, or an individual making your mark, this is your moment to be recognised. Our rigorous judging process, led by top industry professionals, ensures only the very best are celebrated.

Join us in championing excellence across the industry and make sure your achievements get the recognition they deserve.

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A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR


"The PRWeek People & Places Awards is the perfect opportunity to raise a toast to some of the most talented and high-achieving individuals in comms - and some of the industry's best employers. 

Join the creme de la creme of the sector for the second year of this groundbreaking awards scheme from PRWeek."

John Harrington,
UK Editor - PRWeek

KEY INFORMATION

KEY INFORMATION

First Entry Deadline
Thursday 20 November 2025


Second Entry Deadline
Thursday 18 December 2025


Shortlist Announcement
March 2026


Awards Ceremony
Wednesday 20 May 2026

PRICES

People/Specialist Categories
First Entry Fee: £375 +VAT
Second Entry Fee: £475 +VAT

Gold Places Categories
First Entry Fee: £475 +VAT
Second Entry Fee: £575 +VAT

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2026 CATEGORIES

Gold Categories

Large Consultancy (100+ employees)

Mid-Size Consultancy (30 to 99 employees)

Small Consultancy (2-29 employees)

In-house - Private Sector

In-house - Public/Third Sector

Specialist Categories

Best Internship/Apprenticeship Scheme Award

Diversity & Inclusion Award

Mental Health Champion Award

Rewards & Benefits Award

Sustainability

Training and Development Award

People Categories-Less than 10 Years Experience

Consultancy - Corporate

    • Covering both entirely or largely corporate, including public affairs

Consultancy - Consumer

  • Covering both entirely or largely consumer audience or brand-focused PR

Consultancy - All-rounders

    • Covering a genuine all round mix of work including consumer, corporate and other audiences

In-house

People Categories-Over 10 Years Experience

Consultancy - Corporate

    • Covering both entirely or largely corporate, including public affairs

Consultancy - Consumer

    • Covering both entirely or largely consumer audience or brand-focused PR

Consultancy - All-rounders

    • Covering a genuine all round mix of work including consumer, corporate and other audiences

In-house

Industry Newcomer (less than 3 years’ experience)

Consultancy - Corporate

    • Covering both entirely or largely corporate, including public affairs

Consultancy - Consumer

    • Covering both entirely or largely consumer audience or brand-focused PR

Consultancy - All-rounders

    • Covering a genuine all round mix of work including consumer, corporate and other audiences

In-house

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WHY THESE AWARDS?

PEOPLE CATEGORIES

1. Recognition from the PR industry voice 

Winning here means you’re celebrated by the most trusted editorial brand in UK communications - the one your peers read, respect and reference.

2. A platform to influence the industry’s future 

Winners aren’t just applauded; they’re profiled, interviewed, and positioned as thought leaders shaping where PR is heading.

3. Career-defining visibility 

PR is about reputation. Being shortlisted or winning puts your name in front of the UK’s biggest agencies, brands, and recruiters - and it sticks.

PLACES CATEGORIES

1. Proof you’re the place to work in UK comms 

This is where culture, leadership, and results are judged against the best in the business, not by generic HR standards.

2. Talent magnet status

In a competitive hiring market, a PRWeek People & Places trophy is a visible badge that attracts the brightest talent before your competitors get them.

3. Industry-wide bragging rights

These awards live in PRWeek’s coverage, social feeds and event spotlight - giving your workplace more high-value PR than any “generic best employer” list ever could.

JOIN THE JUDGING PANEL

Being a judge for the People & Places Awards means shaping the future of the PR industry.

Our two-stage judging process is built on fairness and integrity, giving you the chance to use your expertise to spotlight the individuals, teams, and workplaces truly changing the game. You’ll review entries independently, then join fellow leaders to debate, challenge, and celebrate the best in class.

As a judge, you don’t just recognise excellence — you help set the standard for what excellence looks like in UK communications today.

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AMPLIFY YOUR WIN

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You’ve had a cracking day out, you’ve picked up an award, you’ve slept off the celebrations, but do the people that really matter know you’ve won big?

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That’s why we’ve put together an instant shout-about-it package: quick turnaround content that won’t destroy your marketing budget.

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