The professional body for

participation practitioners  

Start your membership journey

We’ll be with you at every step in your amazing career.

Progress your career

A rich resource – from micro-credentials to practical examples and resources, ACEP membership is great value and there has never been a better time to join.

Public Participation in the Scottish Parliament

Public Participation in the Scottish Parliament

The Citizens’ Panel on Participation has published their report and they have made 17 recommendations to the Citizen Participation and Public Petitions Committee on improving how the Scottish Parliament’s work involves, reflects, and meets the...

Employee consultation

Employee consultation

The fiasco with P&O Ferries and their lack of employee consultation leading up to mass redundancies is a timely reminder that you can’t skirt the law.  However, not all consultations are equal. Employees are entitled to a consultation with their employer if...

The financial sector must embrace consultation

The financial sector must embrace consultation

The FCA have recently updated their guidance on "Branch and ATM closures or conversions" (https://www.fca.org.uk/publication/finalised-guidance/fg22-6.pdf) The new guidance includes provisions which recommend engagement with consumers and stakeholders prior to the...

Featured solution providers

(We do not endorse any particular provider but the following are ACEP members.  Join as Affiliate or higher to be featured.)

Got a question about consultation and engagement?

We’re here to help