Social politics

Following Downing Street's entry into Twitter, I see the Progressive Government Conference earlier this month was also given the social media treatment - with live blogging and video streams. They are making a real effort - would love to know how they measure impact.

On Twitter, I see Mohamed Nanabhay, the Head of New Media at AL Jazeera, asked them a mischievous question - and got an answer, although probably not quite the one he was seeking.....

Comments

[Adam Abu Nab]

Hi Sam,

I came across your very interesting blog which is very relevant to my research - I hope you don't mind me contacting you.

I am conducting fresh research into the PR/Journalist relationship and the changing effects Web 2.0 has had on relations. This ranges from the very current use of Twitter as a newswire to the advent of Social Media Newsrooms.

I would be very grateful if you could spare a moment to air your opinions in this survey on the future nature of the Journalist/ PR relationship. The results of which I hope you find informative in developing more effective communication with your PR contacts:

Click here for the survey:

http://s-2a4d6-41504.sgizmo.com

This is to be crossed with PR perceptions so I'm aiming for results which are advantageous for both parties for future communications. All interesting findings (including the best comments) will be released into the blogosphere for discussion (already have over 50 PR bloggers involved and a growing Journalist contingency!) and if you would like to be added to my mailing list please email me at abunab@gmail.com.

Any help you can offer is deeply appreciated - everyone is a student once!

The research is in association with the Centre of Excellence in Media Practice.

Please also visit my blog for further discussion.

Thank you and best wishes,

Adam
My blog:
http://publicrelationsontheweb.blogspot.com