Policy briefing that reviews how participatory budgeting (PB) has become central to advancing three policy agendas in Scotland – public service reform, community empowerment and social justice – and examines the requirements to mainstream PB including the co-production of new systems, new mindsets and ways of working.

Policy and practice briefing outlines the key learning from a What Works Scotland report about community anchors and their role in engaging with, leading and challenging public service reform.

This research report is focused on Centrestage’s distinct food provision programme in some of the most deprived areas of North and East Ayrshire; Written by Briege Nugent and Oliver Escobar it describes how Centrestage achieves impact, empowers individuals and communities, and draws lessons to inform policy and practice.

This seminar was an opportunity to hear about international participatory budgeting experiences and the comparisons with current developments in Scotland. See the presentations and a follow-up blog post.

Alexandra Wright is a PhD student supported by What Works Scotland. Her research will explore evidence-based policy implementation, specifically in relation to alcohol policy in Scotland.