What is deliberative consultation?
This approach to research is focused on engaging people in a dialogue rather than taking a snapshot of their opinions. It involves people more fully in the processes of research, ensuring that results reflect their concerns; participants are involved in creating and exploring different options and get them involved in or ultimately responsible for decision making. Is this a new approach for Government No; several major recent Government consultations have been based around deliberative techniques, including the Department of Health’s Our Health “Our Care Our Say” White Paper on community services, and the Department for Work and Pension’s national pensions debate.
