Allie Renison

Director

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allie-renison-386209b/

allie.renison@secnewgate.co.uk

Allie joined SEC Newgate after a number of years in government on appointment, working most recently as a direct policy adviser to the Business and Trade Secretary of State.

She previously led the Institute of Directors’ EU and trade policy, working closely with a wide range of cross-sector businesses and politicians across all parties during Brexit, and on wider international trade and investment issues. She has sat in several expert groups in Whitehall and in Brussels, including the Brexit Business Taskforce, Northern Ireland Technical Advisory Group and European Economic Social Committee, as well as regularly contributing to parliamentary committee evidence sessions with MPs and peers.

Allie has appeared extensively on media platforms across a diverse expanse of policy areas, and has 15 years of experience of working with stakeholders across Westminster and Whitehall, from the media and parliamentarians to officials and think tank leaders.

Allie’s specialisms

We are a truly integrated team and strive to bring the perfect mix of talent and insight to every project. Below are some of the sectors and services I specialise in.

Strategy & Corporate Communications

We advise organisations through their growth cycle, from individuals and start-ups to global leaders.

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Public Affairs & Government Relations

Our advisers draw on cross-party experience to shape policy and deliver regulatory change with campaigns that reach key stakeholders.

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Trade & Industry Groups

SEC Newgate has deep experience supporting groups that come together to speak with one voice and advocate on behalf of a whole sector...

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Transport

The transport sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by advances in technology, legislative change, and public transport reform, including devolved local control of bus services and rail nationalisation.

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Financial & Professional Services

SEC Newgate's advisory team have specialist expertise across the Financial and Professional Services sector.

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Energy, Transport & Infrastructure

Meet the team and find out more about SEC Newgate's expertise across the Energy, Transport and Infrastructure sectors.

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Allie’s insights

SEC Newgate publishes a twice-weekly e-newsletter, as well as other regular sector-focused news and views. Below you will find the latest articles written by me or insights relating to my sector specialist areas.

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Recent work

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Allie’s specialisms

Strategy & Corporate Communications

Public Affairs & Government Relations

Trade & Industry Groups

Transport

Financial & Professional Services

Energy, Transport & Infrastructure

Allie’s insights

Supreme Court cancels tariffs, but was it really good for trade?

Labour Conference 2025: Starmer Talks Delivery, Burnham Brings the Vibes

Is Starmer going to do in Iran what Blair did in Iraq?

Reflecting on this week's panel event with the World Trade Organization’s Director-General, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

US and UK reach a trade agreement

Trump’s trade policy secures Carney’s comeback

Tariffs, trade, and turbulence: Navigating the shifting US trade landscape

Trump 2.0: Buckle up; trade is back in the spotlight

Don't call it a reset

Recent work