Jon McLeod
Partner
Jon specialises in regulatory policy challenges and has advised businesses and individuals on political relations, corporate governance, dispute resolution and reputation management. He brings connections across political parties, the law and multiple industry sectors; he has particular knowledge of communications challenges arising from competition and anti-trust matters, where he has worked alongside leading legal firms in a wide range of transactions and investigations. In 2021, Jon delivered the launch of the Business Banking Resolution Service (BBRS). Previously he was a Partner and Head of Public Affairs at Brunswick. Jon spent 21 years at Weber Shandwick, latterly as chair of its UK corporate, financial and public affairs practice, and of its Manchester office. Clients counselled include those in sports business, media, heavy industry, raw materials, technology, life sciences, leisure, trade and professional services.
Email: Jon.McLeod@drdpartnership.com
16 Jul 2026
Attacks, accidents and downright lies: what are the new risks the UK is facing?
Jon McLeod and Lana Madkour reflect on the key takeaways from the updated National Risk Register.
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Charities face the test of a more divided Britain
The voluntary sector must gear up for a more conflicted world, argue Jon McLeod and Aryan Gazeri.
READ MORE24 Jun 2026
Why the time is right to fast-track the UK’s re-admission to the EU
Originally published by Encompass, this article explores why the EU should seize the moment to put UK re-admission firmly back on the political agenda.
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