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Edelman today announced it has acquired Spook Media, the leading digital agency specialising in Web Design, Web Development, Mobile Application Development, and Content Management. The move sees the Spook team, led by Marcus Dyer, work in tandem with Edelman's Digital practice with immediate effect. As well as maintaining his role as MD of Spook, Dyer becomes Managing Director, Edelman Digital, and will work alongside Marshall Manson, Director of Digital Strategy.

The British Council has appointed Edelman to handle PR for its ambitious Challenge Europe initiative across 14 countries. Young talented, high achievers from a range of backgrounds will be assembled to form a team of 'Climate Advocates', whose aim will be to make a definite and lasting impact on the climate change debate. Their ultimate mission will be to develop ideas to fundamentally change the way we use carbon.

London — Robert Phillips becomes CEO of Edelman companies in the UK.

Susan Eastoe promoted and extends role as Deputy CEO.

Pamela Fieldhouse promoted to MD, Corporate.

Alex Bigg promoted to MD, Public affairs.

Jackie Cooper becomes UK Creative director and Vice chair, Edelman UK.

London, 24 April 2007 - Edelman, the world’s largest independent Public Relations firm, today announces a new line-up for its senior team in London.

London — Edelman today announced that Rishi Bhattacharya joins Edelman London.

With his background in politics and the media, Rishi's responsibilities will be split between Edelman's Strategic Media Unit (SMU) and its Public Affairs division. Rishi will report to Alex Bigg, Deputy MD of Edelman Public Affairs and work closely with Jo Sheldon, Director of Edelman's SMU.