Opportunity knocks at conference season

This month the Scottish political conference season kicks off in earnest with the major parties meeting to set-out their stall for the referendum debate.  Though policy is likely to take a back seat to campaigning, it is still an opportunity for MSPs and Scottish MPs to debate the policy that will shape Scotland in the future.

 

Policy makers within the parties will draft future scenarios and will be trying out ideas with delegates for inclusion the manifesto.  However, they are looking for outside help in developing ideas and conference is an ideal time to approach those involved in this process.

Inside the conference hall, most of the politicians mix with the delegates at the café and bar.  They will also visit the fringe meeting and exhibition stands where organisations can get their point across.  Further, it is possible to chat with the policy makers and politicians as they take a break from the main conference hall.

Therefore it is an ideal situation for business and organisations to get their points across to a captive audience due to the unprecedented access in the conference venue during the day and the hotel bars in the evening.

There is also plenty of policy to develop with both the Economy and Education Committees taking evidence on the future post-2014.  Further all parties will be at the early stages of developing policy for the Scottish Parliament election manifestoes.

Whatever happens in the referendum, changes are afoot and tech companies should ensure these policies can aid their development.

Of course most tech companies don’t have time and personal to stand around the conferences at a weekend but Positive Spin can be your voice as well as your eyes and ears.  We can offer one-off conferences services or long term political engagement to ensure your message gets across to those in power.