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Posted 18 years ago3 minute read

Seeking the Silent Majority – Is this what the new Local Government Bill is all about?

The Government’s proposed duty to inform, consult and involve is leading to some pretty deep discussions in many a public...

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Posted 18 years ago4 minute read

Why Community “kitties” WILL work – People are right to be sceptical about some new ideas, but this one really can make a difference

Okay, so calling them “community kitties” maybe does the idea less than justice. But, had Hazel Blears used the term...

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Posted 18 years ago4 minute read

Do Guidelines Work? – Do we successfully change behaviour by publishing advice and guidance?

If you work in the general field of public participation, chances are that your organisation has issued some form of...

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Posted 18 years ago4 minute read

Out of sight ….. out of mind? – What role should public dialogue have played in anticipating major disasters such as this summer’s deluge?

Our thoughts this week are undoubtedly with tens of thousands of residents in Gloucestershire and elsewhere, who, as this topic...

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Posted 18 years ago4 minute read

Consultation blight – How much damage is done by re-organisation?

In England, the Local Government Minister has thrown a substantial grenade towards a large number of Councils by announcing nine...

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Posted 18 years ago3 minute read

Have you a Breakout strategy? – Consultation events frequently include small group sessions – but do they deliver?

One of the biggest trends in consultation is away from the big fat document and towards participative events. These come...

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