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Rolling review of equalities impact can be lawful says Court of Appeal, but don’t rely on it…

Last public servant out, turn off the signal- the privatisation of Channel 4

Row over Greater Manchester bus franchising breaks down in court

Guest Article: Scottish Government’s engagement and consultation work

The Consultation Institute’s newest product… the Gunning Five!

The ticking clock- energy, geopolitics and the vox populi

Resign or consult? Participatory governance, P&O and lessons to be learned

Guest Article: Community engagement and why we chose a localised approach

Kitchen table democracy- consultation brings principles home so let’s give them a boost!

Defending democracy

Article 39 (Part 2)- Did the Government unlawfully fail to consult on discarded options?

Guest Article: Listening to London

Human rights reform- a disaster of a consultation, and a continuously growing problem in Government

Challenge to change of control of GP services fails in court- but will Pam Smith be happy?

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