In 2018, the Research & Citizen Insight team were given the gigantic task of carrying out research into Essex Libraries, to find out what people want and need from a library service.
Guest Article: A library is more than a book: insights from Essex citizens Read More »
The Norfolk case revealed a discriminatory charging policy in adult social care for Norfolk County Council, as it was deemed as a breach of Human Rights and Equality legislation. Their policy was found to have a disproportionate impact on people with more severe disabilities and impairments, who in turn face more significant barriers to paid work.
‘Wake-up call’ for councils with discriminatory charging policies Read More »
The Labour Party produced a hefty report this week covering regional devolution. Here’s a taster… ….the British people are the most important stakeholders in the conversation about the future of our country, and we believe these recommendations should form the start of a conversation about a New Britain and require public consultation and further development.
Is it possible to renew democracy and rebuild the economy without public consultation? Read More »
The small boats crisis on the south coast of England and the arrival of migrants fleeing crises in Ukraine, the Middle East and North Africa have left the UK’s border control facilities straining under the weight of numbers. Prominent problems at places such as Manston and other temporary holding sites have meant that the Government
Should the Government be consulting on the relocation of migrants to hotels? Read More »
Today marks my final day with the Consultation Institute before I move on to pastures new. In the vein of PMQs, I feel I should announce that “This morning I had meetings with Institute colleagues and others”, and now as I lay down my pen (well, keyboard) for the final time with tCI I trust
Reflections on democracy and engagement, and a farewell Read More »
The world of consultation and engagement is one of ever changing and moving pieces. People, ideas and techniques flow like water through the great sieve of the world in which we work. One year, one methodology is all the rage, the next it is forgotten, or put aside as a fad. Achieving any sort of
This week the Supreme Court delivered its judgment on the reference made by the Lord Advocate of Scotland on whether the Scottish Government can unilaterally legislate for another independence referendum- even if it is just consultative. Their answer came down very firmly on the side of no. As such a bill would relate to constitutional
Digital consultation and engagement has come on leaps and bounds in recent years, particularly over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic. In most places this amounts to undertaking digital surveys or online feedback sessions, or where the idea has developed a bit further, the use of digital consultation platforms or games such as Minecraft in
A social media-based approach to reform from Taiwan Read More »
The big unknown … and how to address it Cast your mind back about 24 hours. You represent a major industry organisation, a trade association, big charity, a professionals’ body or even a local authority. You’re pen poised – or keyboard at the ready to respond to Jeremy Hunt’s announcement. You’ve promised your Comms team
Figuring out the impact Read More »
As part of a wider project with York and North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Group, the Institute was commissioned to produce a video focused on York and North Yorkshire Councils’ public consultation for devolution. The video aims to advise the Councils’ communities about the scheme for York and North Yorkshire devolution, empowering them to provide
Devolution case study video: York & North Yorkshire Councils’ public consultation Read More »
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