Lobbying Training course

Aim: To offer delegates a practical guide to:

1. How to access and influence your MP, MEP & councillors;
2. Various ways of getting your case or issue aired by decision-makers.

Who should attend? Those who want to better understand how parliament works so that you can use MPs, Peers, Councillors and MEPs to raise issues you care about.

Content: This training will cover -

• Understanding how Parliament works – and how decision-makers can raise issues on your behalf
• How you can interact with the parliamentary process
• The role of Whitehall and the machinery of government
• Navigating through party rivalries
• Understanding local councils / councillors and Euro MEPs

Outcomes: By the end of the session participants will leave with –

• Knowledge of the parliamentary system and the various ways MPs can raise your issues and concerns
• Knowledge of the European Parliament and local authorities and how to lobby MEPs and councillors
• Understand the legislative process
• How to influence civil servants and special advisors
• Understand how lobbying can benefit your organisation
• Understand the role media relations and public affairs can play in campaigns
• Pin-point different lobbying approaches

Methodology: The session will offer a blend of individual reflection; group exercises; creative and engaging computer-based exercises; presentation; role-plays.