Last Updated: 23 June 2025
Welcome to Athena Communications Group Ltd (“ACG”, “we”, “us”, “our”), a company registered in England and Wales. These Terms of Service govern your use of our website (https://athenacomms.co.uk) and any services we provide, including but not limited to strategic communications, public affairs, campaigns, content production and consultancy. These Terms form a legally binding agreement between ACG and you, the client (“you”, “your”, “Client”).
By accessing our website or working with ACG, you confirm that you have read, understood and agreed to these Terms. If you do not agree, you should not use our services. If you are acting on behalf of an organisation, you confirm that you are authorised to bind that organisation to this agreement.
Services may be delivered on a retained, project-based or time-based consultancy basis. All deliverables, timelines and fees will be agreed in writing.
If the scope of work changes during a project, we will update the agreement and seek written confirmation before proceeding. Additional work may be billed at our standard hourly or day rates unless agreed otherwise.
Once a project is completed and paid for in full, ACG assigns full rights to the final deliverables to the Client, unless otherwise stated. This excludes third-party licensed materials (e.g. fonts, stock media) which are subject to separate licensing terms.
If the Client provides materials (such as logos, footage or copy), they confirm they have the necessary legal rights to do so. ACG accepts no liability for third-party content provided by the Client.
ACG reserves the right to display completed work in our portfolio, website or promotional materials unless the Client explicitly opts out in writing before the project begins.
Where our services are used for political campaigning, policy engagement or regulated communications, the Client is solely responsible for ensuring that all outputs comply with applicable laws and codes. This includes, but is not limited to:
• The Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000 (PPERA)
• Electoral Commission rules on spending and transparency
• ASA, Ofcom and other sector-specific advertising codes
• Requirements for imprinting and disclosure on campaign material
ACG can support best practice implementation but is not liable for legal noncompliance. We reserve the right to refuse work that breaches UK law or our ethical guidelines.
Fees are typically invoiced monthly in advance, unless otherwise agreed. All fees are subject to VAT at the prevailing rate.
Expenses incurred on behalf of the Client will be billed separately and agreed in advance. Invoices are payable within 14 days. ACG reserves the right to suspend services if payment is overdue.
ACG may refuse or terminate services if a Client:
• Fails to comply with UK, EU or international laws
• Provides misleading information
• Engages in defamatory, unethical or discriminatory campaigns
• Breaches agreed terms or poses reputational risk to ACG
We reserve the right to terminate the relationship immediately and invoice for all work completed to date.
ACG does not guarantee specific outcomes (e.g. media coverage, policy changes, election results). While we act in good faith and with professionalism, the final results of communications and advocacy work depend on factors beyond our control.
To the extent permitted by law, our liability is limited to the total amount paid by the Client in the three months prior to any claim. We are not liable for indirect, reputational or consequential loss.
Clients agree to indemnify ACG against any claims resulting from:
• Breaches of advertising or electoral laws
• Copyright violations in Client-provided content
• Harm caused by misleading or unapproved messaging
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information. Confidentiality obligations continue after the project ends unless otherwise agreed. If required, a separate NDA can be signed.
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Disputes will be resolved exclusively in the courts of England. Both parties agree to seek informal resolution before taking legal action.
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact:
Athena Communications Group Ltd
34 Finland Street, London, SE16 7TP
Email: support@athenacomms.co.uk
Company No: 13963193