We live and work in unprecedented times.

Coronavirus is an ever-changing situation, and every sector in the UK is under pressure.

As the situation is ever-changing, the comms needs to change, and on an hourly basis. I know it’s not easy for professionals working in comms teams in the public sector. In fact, it’s probably a nightmare for lots of them.

I did 18 years in local government, and now work part-time in the NHS, alongside running my own comms business. Every day this week I’ve been working on what to communicate to GPs across Newcastle, and how they need to be supported. It’s not easy.

As a result of Coronavirus, my freelance work has dried up, and contracts have been cancelled or postponed. I’ve now got some spare time.

So I want to offer this time to anyone who works in communications teams in local government or the NHS. If you’re struggling, and could do with some support, get in touch.

I’ll do anything that is needed that will take the pressure off you if you’re feeling under the cosh; proof-read, research, write a strategy, or simply provide a listening ear and advice. I’ve run teams with responsibility for digital, PR, media, print and design, internal comms and more. I’ve got experience of procurement, business continuity and crisis comms and social media. Take your pick.

This is an honest offer of help for colleagues across the UK. Because #BeKind shouldn’t just be a hash tag.

Email me on kate@birdsongconsultancy.co.uk or DM me on Twitter @Kate_bob or, if you’ve got my phone number, give me a call.