Stuart Thomson

Stuart Thomson is a prominent political communications and public affairs consultant based in London, England. He is the founder of CWE Communications, a consultancy he established in November 2022, and serves as a member of the management board for the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) since September 2023. Prior to this, he held the position of Head of Public Affairs at BDB Pitmans for 17 years, from 2005 to 2022.12

Education and Early Career

Thomson graduated from the University of Aberdeen with a degree in Economics and Politics and later completed a Ph.D. at the same institution, focusing on social democratic politics. His academic work has contributed to his reputation as an expert in political affairs, leading him to author several influential books on topics such as public affairs and corporate communications.12

Professional Contributions

In addition to his consultancy work, Stuart Thomson is a trainer for both the PRCA and the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR), where he conducts courses on public affairs. He is also involved with The Entrepreneurs Network (TEN) as an adviser and mentors students at the University of Aberdeen.2 His extensive experience includes previous roles at DLA Piper and The Rowland Company, where he began his career in communications.12

Publications and Media Presence

Thomson has authored multiple books, including "Public Affairs in Practice" and "Public Affairs: A Global Perspective," which have received positive acclaim within the industry. He frequently writes for various publications and has appeared on major news platforms such as Sky News and BBC Radio.13 His insights into political communications have earned him recognition as one of the top public affairs consultants in the UK.1

Personal Life

Outside of his professional endeavors, Stuart enjoys reading crime novels, watching Nordic Noir series, playing guitar, and spending time with his family in North London.1