Guidelines on Scientific Analysis in Policy Making – a consultation
Open date: 17 Nov 2009
Closing date: 09 Feb 2010
Response date: 09 Jun 2010
This is a consultation by the Government Chief Scientific Adviser which seeks views on the update of the Government Chief Scientific Adviser’s Guidelines on scientific analysis in policy making.
Background to consultation
The Guidelines on Scientific Analysis in Policy Making provide a high-level framework for addressing the way in which government departments obtain and use science and engineering advice. In October 2009, the government response to “Putting science and engineering at the heart of government policy” was published. One of the commitments made in the response was to update the Guidelines on Scientific Analysis in Policy-Making.
Purpose of consultation
This is a consultation by the Government Chief Scientific Adviser which seeks views on the update of the Government Chief Scientific Adviser’s Guidelines on scientific analysis in policy making.
The Guidelines were last revised in October 2005. This updating allows for developments in policy making best practice to be reflected.
Update to consultation
On 15 December 2009, the Government published the Principles of scientific advice to government. The purpose of the high level Principles is to ensure continued effective engagement between the Government and those who provide independent science and engineering advice. They cover three key areas: trust and respect; independence; and transparency and openness.
Areas for consultation
This consultation seeks views on the update of the Guidelines on scientific analysis in policy making. Views on the Principles of scientific advice to Government are also welcomed.
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