Allen (pictured right) was previously at Thinks Insight & Strategy and specialises in public opinion research and researching with vulnerable and hard-to-reach people.

Rose (pictured left) was previously on a summer internship at Blue Marble, having studied philosophy at the University if Edinburgh.

Tom Clarkson, managing director at Blue Marble, said: “We’re delighted that Katy and Emma have joined the team. Katy’s superb research skills and clarity of thought are already making a strong impression with Blue Marble’s clients.

“Emma was a fantastic intern this summer. She’s going from strength to strength now that she’s become a permanent member of our brilliant team.”