Apologies given to Hill & Knowlton by Michelle Hutton and Anna MacIntosh. These statements are made by Michelle Hutton and Anna MacIntosh following settlement of the proceedings, commenced by Hill & Knowlton in the Supreme Court of New South Wales, against Hutton, MacIntosh and Edelman: Letter sent by each of Michelle Hutton and Anna MacIntosh to Hill & Knowlton: Following my departure from Hill and Knowlton Australia Pty Limited (H&K), I was involved in soliciting certain clients and staff of H&K. This occurred in the course of my employment by Edelman Public Relations Worldwide Pty Limited. I recognise that my conduct was not appropriate in the circumstances and I apologise to H&K unreservedly. Copies of the original letters can be seen here: