Engagement

Is engagement just a government buzz word? Are people�s opinions more important than scientific fact? And does engaging allow for more sustainable policies? We aim to explore the relationship between engagement and sustainable development and give you practical guidance on how to engage effectively in your work.

Find out more about engagement and its benefits�


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SD Panel - Aviation

"Where we in the UK can take a lead and set an example on aviation, we should seek to do so."

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The Big Questions

Could a Council for the Future that involved citizens in long-term decisions enable sustainable outcomes? What do you think?

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Latest News

New fund for innovative ideas to engage people
The Ministry of Justice has recently launched an Innovation Fund, which allows people to float ideas and discuss them before lodging and application. If you have an idea or want to find out more please visit their site.

National Framework for Greater Citizen Engagement
The Governance of Britain team recently launched a discussion paper that considers how people should be involved in national decision-making, with the suggestion that citizen summits, forums and petitions should be explored further.

New Code of Practice on Consultation
Last week the Government published a new Code of Practice on Consultation.

Community Power Packs -New and Improved!
Yesterday Communities and Local Government launched the new and improved version of the Community Power Pack. Involve was once again a partner in writing and producing the document. The Power pack will be a vital document in the wider consultation around the 'Communities in Control' White Paper proposals.

The White Paper -worth the wait?
Involve's director wrote a response to the White Paper on the Guardian blog the day it was launched. In general from Involve's perspective while there is a lot of good stuff in the White paper, on some levels it feels out of kilter with the powerful contemporary movements towards social innovation and open source democracy.

Our Team

Lindsey Colbourne is the Engagement Commissioner.

If you have any questions about the work of the SDC in this area, please contact Ben Rhodes (Engagement Analyst) or Hazel Dempster (Senior Engagement Analyst).