Consultants to Play Key Role in UK's Transforming Economy

Consultants are expected to be crucial in helping the UK navigate and adapt to a rapidly changing economy.

20 Feb, 12:00 — 20 Feb, 12:08

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

These articles present highly divergent views on the role of consultants in the UK economy; one highlights a specific firm's scandalous collapse, while the other emphasizes the broader, positive contributions of consultants. There is no alignment in narrative or specific details, showcasing a stark contrast in focus and tone. The coverage reflects a split between a critical, incident-focused report and a forward-looking, industry-positive perspective.

Where they diverge

The overall role and perception of consultants in the UK economy

The Independent

Consultants are associated with scandal and collapse, exemplified by Global Counsel's failure due to links with Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein.

New Statesman

Consultants are vital 'agents of change' crucial for shaping and embracing the UK's rapidly transforming economy.

Notable gaps

The collapse of Global Counsel, an advisory firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson, due to scandal.

Covered by independent · Not in new-statesman

The general positive role of consultants as agents of change in helping the UK shape and embrace a transforming economy.

Covered by new-statesman · Not in independent

Perspective Analysis

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Coverage Timeline

New Statesman20 Feb, 12:00First to report

Leading in uncertain times

The Independent20 Feb, 12:08

Global Counsel: Lobbying firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson collapses into administration

Read at source (2 outlets)

The Independent3h ago

Global Counsel: Lobbying firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson collapses into administration

Global Counsel, the advisory firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson, has collapsed into administration in the fallout from the scandal surrounding his historic links to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, administrators have said.

By Athena Stavrou

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New Statesman3h ago

Leading in uncertain times

As agents of change, consultants will play a key role in helping the UK shape and embrace a rapidly transforming economy.

By Tamzen Isacsson

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PERSPECTA

Consultants to Play Key Role in UK's Transforming Economy

Perspective Analysis

Where they diverge

Notable gaps

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Coverage Timeline

Leading in uncertain times

Global Counsel: Lobbying firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson collapses into administration

Read at source (2 outlets)

Global Counsel: Lobbying firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson collapses into administration

Leading in uncertain times

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