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Scottish Parliament launches new strategy to strengthen public participation
‘Join In’ campaign launched alongside new public engagement strategy to encourage more people to get involved in parliamentary democracy.
The Scottish Parliament has unveiled a new Public Engagement Strategy aimed at making it easier for people across Scotland to influence parliamentary work and see how their contributions help shape decision-making.
The strategy sets out a long-term vision for a Parliament that is shaped by the people of Scotland, regardless of where they live or their background. It recognises that many people want simpler ways to get involved, a stronger voice in decision-making, and clearer information about how Parliament’s work affects their everyday lives.
A key focus of the strategy is reaching people who are less likely to participate in parliamentary processes. The Parliament has committed to increasing community outreach, removing barriers to participation, and creating more opportunities for people to engage in ways that suit them, whether at Holyrood, online or in local communities.
The strategy is built around six priorities: amplifying public voices, strengthening community outreach, supporting participation by under-16s, working with trusted partners, embedding a culture of engagement across Parliament, and improving the use of data and insight to better understand who is taking part and whose voices may be missing.
The Parliament also aims to provide clearer feedback on how public views have informed scrutiny and decision-making, helping people see the impact of their involvement.
Alongside the strategy, the Parliament has launched its Join In campaign, encouraging people to learn more about parliamentary processes and explore the many ways they can take part, from responding to committee consultations and signing petitions to attending events and engaging with MSPs.
The Public Engagement Strategy will be supported by a delivery plan, with progress monitored and reported over time to ensure engagement remains inclusive, transparent and responsive to the needs of Scotland’s communities.
Find out more about the Scottish Parliament and the new public engagement strategy, Join In.
