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Dipping into Metadata
We’ve recently been looking at two salient consultations run by local authorities – online ones in the shape of simple questionnaires. The beauty of digital engagement is the metadata which can reveal rich behavioural insights from participants. And while the sample...
Why reality doesn’t always fit the framework
The IAP2 Spectrum of Public Participation is a globally recognised framework developed by the International Association for Public Participation. It defines the public's role in planning and decision-making, mapping out five distinct levels of engagement that...
Social media ban – something doesn’t add up.
The recent consultation on ‘growing up in an online world’ ran from 2 March 2026 to 26 May 2026. And while the government has already made clear its decision; some organisations have questioned its legitimacy given the output report came after the decision was...
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