We know how to explain complex energy projects to local communities, and work with a full range of stakeholders to provide accurate information, tackle misleading claims and secure public support for your project.
With Coast’s expertise in public affairs, we can also reach decision-makers and keep you up to speed with policy developments as energy and planning take centre stage in UK politics
Meet the Coast Energy team:
Liz Waugh
Liz is the Managing Director of Coast having founded the company in 2005. She has been a strategic communications practitioner for over 25 years, with a wealth of experience in crisis management, strategic development and influencer engagement. She has an extensive network of contacts, developed through working in private and public sector.
- Strategic communications and political strategy
- Critical communications and reputation management
- Stakeholder engagement, influence and external affairs
Becky Appleby
Becky has a background in specialist technical research but has moved into major infrastructure accounts including highways, energy and waste. She has developed socio – economic impact studies for flooding and tourism. She is experienced in creating the political and business cases for funding for infrastructure and community developments.
- Community relations
- Public consultation and parliamentary events
- Public relations technical research and associated copywriting
Dr John Moorcraft
John is an experienced public affairs consultant with a detailed knowledge of parliamentary procedure, having worked directly for cabinet ministers, shadow secretaries of state, party spokesmen and MPs.
- Public affairs
- Political strategy and insight
- Political and influencer engagement