I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
Aaron I was sent this post today. It is worth reading. The real value of a lobbyist – Knowing where to put the chalk mark For me, the real value of a lobbyist comes down to knowing the following: Knowing the right time to intervene. . Knowing the right person/people to engage with. Knowing the … Read more
Political campaigning and lobbying are not the same thing. Their sometimes proximity around the drinking fountain of public policy and laws, does not equate to sameness. Political campaigning is, by its nature, limited in scope in a policy focused city like Brussels. There are mechanical devices in place to limit vast changes in European Public … Read more
This week I was asked if I would do some training on issue priortisation. I declined. It is not in my small circle of competence and I have an approach that many would be traumatised by, This is it. Summary Step 1: List the Public Policy/EU legislative Issues your organisation wants to work on. Step … Read more
The EU is sometimes criticised for being unable to respond quickly. The recent Omnibus simplification proposal on certain corporate sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements shows that proposals can be drafted, tabled and adopted in 90 days/3 months. Those less experienced with how flexible the EU system can be cast doubt such targeted measures could … Read more