‘I've worked in Scottish public affairs for many years but this book is still a great resource for clear guidance, ideas and planning. We keep one in our office and refer to it often. Colleagues new to the field of public affairs describe it as invaluable.’
Kim Hartley, Head, Royal Col. of Speech & Language Therapists Scotland
‘Whether you need to engage with the legislative procedures of the Scottish Parliament and its policy development or hope to inform the development of a Bill, this book provides in depth help.’
Satwat Rehman, Director, One Parent Families Scotland
‘Both authors have used their tremendous experience to really good effect. I really can't praise their efforts highly enough.’
Bill Scott, Policy Director, Inclusion Scotland
'Contains all a person needs to know to engage with the Parliament, the Government, local authorities and civic society in an effective and efficient way.'
Michael P Clancy OBE
'Mark Ballard and Robert McGeachy, through the pages of this important book, are ... doing democracy a service'
Michael Russell, MSP for Argyll & Bute