A brand journalism approach strengthens public relations for all of our clients

MGMPR Ltd (previously known as McGillie Media & PR Ltd) is the first PR company in Northern Ireland to adopt a brand journalism approach to PR.

Our team are media law trained professionals who know what makes a story and we know how to pitch it, write it and present it. We use our skills to deliver a multimedia approach to PR which compliments our other services.

Farmers get to grips with investment potential with latest solar technologies

AmberGreen Energy has fast built up its reputation as being one of the most trusted suppliers of green energy solutions.

The company specifically focuses on solar pv for commercial and domestic properties and biomass for renewable heating in the commercial and domestic markets. Farmers see the benefits of investing in solar pv and biomass so AmberGreen hosted a series of roadshows to engage with farmers.

Education inspectorate places school as practice leader for literacy and numeracy

Markethill High School is a school of “very good practice” in literacy and numeracy, according to the Educational and Training Inspectorate.

The school, headed by principal James Maxwell, was assessed recently on how it has developed literacy and numeracy initiatives in the past three years and how its practice can then be shared with other schools across the province. The school is campaigning for a new build and sixth form.

AmberGreen to host FREE seminars to give farmers up to date investment information

The installation of solar pv panels on barns and poultry houses across Northern Ireland is fast becoming the norm.

For farmers who have not yet embraced solar pv or biomass, AmberGreen Energy will host a series of workshops so farmers can make informed decisions as to which form of renewable energy will best suit their needs. AmberGreen has installed solar pv and biomass on farms across the region.

Magazine talks about the power of storytelling with MGMPR director Eleanor McGillie

It’s that time of year when we pledge never to eat carbohydrates again, we all become teetotal and we all convince ourselves it will all be ok because we will win the Euromillions.

Not so fast! Eleanor McGillie, director of MGMPR Ltd, has put the brakes on her hopes of winning the jackpot in favour of building brands through the power of storytelling. Brand journalism combines with other PR tools means MGMPR is best placed to tell your story.

A once thriving hotel takes action to survive the downturn

By Eleanor McGillie MCGILLIE Media & PR have been recruited to devise a media campaign which will boost a once thriving hotel by bringing it back to its former glory. The family run establishment dates back to the early 1900s and is steeped in history and charm. However, like many businesses trying to survive in […]

Renewable energy company to build legacy in Armagh

A planning application is nearing completion after months of consultation and planning which will put an Armagh village back on the map of national technological importance, as well as injecting new life into the community and creating much needed jobs. Amber Green Energy, has applied for an anaerobic digestion facility, on land owned by farmer […]

Markethill Principal calls for equality in post primary education decision

The Principal of Markethill High School is calling for equality of judgement in the decision-making process by the Southern Education and Library Board (SELB) following the consultation into the area based proposals which could see Markethill High School get a new school build and Sixth Form provision. Speaking at the recent Key Stage 3 prize […]

Markethill High School students celebrate language titles

Markethill High School students are celebrating prestigious wins this week for their achievements in modern languages. The British Academy in London awarded Markethill High School with the prestigious title of ‘Best Mainstream School in Northern Ireland for Modern Languages’ placing the school as the top school in Northern Ireland but also in the top three […]

Thousands sign petition in campaign for new build school and sixth form provision

Thousands of people from across the Armagh, Newry, Portadown and surrounding areas have signed a petition calling for a sixth form provision to be made at Markethill High School and new school to be built on the current Mowhan Road site in the town through the provision of a new build school. The Governors of […]

School principal calls for a final push as consultation deadline looms

By Eleanor McGillie THE Principal of Markethill High School is calling on people in Portadown and the surrounding areas to make sure they have their say on the future of post primary education as the deadline for the public consultation draws to a close. People have two days left to take part in the process […]

First Minister to walk the sunny side of the street to launch Solar Hub 1

By Eleanor McGillie FIRST Minister, Peter Robinson, is joining forces with one of Northern Ireland’s leading renewable energy providers, Amber Green Solar, to officially open a new City learning hub dedicated to solar energy. On Monday, October 29, the doors to Northern Ireland’s dedicated solar energy hub will open at a new retail unit where […]

Community partnership provides lifeline against alcohol and substance misuse

By Eleanor McGillie THE manager of Northern Ireland’s drug and alcohol awareness programme, Breakthru, joined the Minister for Health, Social Services and Public Safety, Edwin Poots MLA, to promote the benefits of a community development approach to promoting health and wellbeing. Bernadette Mc Hugh, who has been Breakthru’s manager for three years, addressed the Pharmacy […]

Education is the key to area based planning debate – principal

By Eleanor McGillie THE Northern Ireland Assembly’s committee for education has called for Education Minister John O’Dowd to extend the consultation time on proposed departmental plans for the sustainability and viability of post-primary schools. Education committee members have received feedback from many schools, parents and concerned organisations that the consultation time is too short, that […]

School’s media campaign builds momentum

By Eleanor McGillie SUPPORT for Markethill High School’s campaign for a new school build and Sixth Form status is mounting as the school is inundated with letters and phone calls of support from councillors, business representatives, churches, community groups, parents and past pupils who are joining the campaign. The school was packed out on September […]