News & Insights
The power of the (Scottish) people Have we just witnessed a classic example of effective consultation?
Referendums – rightly – have their critics, but as the top-end of the consultation spectrum we can surely look to the events of last week and try to see what lessons can be learnt from the Scottish referendum. There is no shortage of political analysis – but this is an attempt to focus on the process. As a mechanism of consultation, how good was this?
Access to this content is exclusively for Institute members
Not a member? Unlock this article and more today by signing up for a Consultation Institute membership. Benefit from access to over 300 Topic Papers and Briefing Notes, discounted rates on all public training and more. Click on Join Now today to find out more and sign up.
Rhion Jones
More news
The Promise and the Caution AI is arriving in government consultation. Cambridge City Council’s planning department and the Central Government...
The risks of premature engagement What happens when an organisation moves to public engagement before fully developing its options? From...
Introduction Public consultations must be fair and inclusive, ensuring all participants can understand proposals and provide meaningful feedback. One of...
