Public Affairs

Regulatory pressure is increasing worldwide. Managing political risks and processes is becoming ever more important for companies. IRF combines political, capital market and industry expertise for clients operating at the intersection of business and government, and expands their room for manoeuvre through advice on strategy, organisation and processes, as well as contacts with political decision-makers.

Typical challenges
Sensitive political dimension of a key project

For example in a merger, restructuring or crisis situation.

Lack of clear positions on core political issues

Politics and the public expect a position that goes beyond narrow self-interest.

Coalitions and alliances no longer work

Associations, platforms or partnerships are losing impact.

Increasing political attention

Media, NGOs and politicians are placing the industry and the company increasingly under scrutiny.

Violation of regulatory requirements

Confrontation arising from investigations by supervisory authorities, potentially accompanied by criticism from politicians.

Location or industrial policy decisions

Subsidies, support programmes or location-related questions are under debate.

Internal conflicts of objectives between business, legal and communication

Political positions are not aligned internally.