"Generate understanding; breakdown barriers by engaging the community and key stakeholders in a dialogue that leads to an effective and achievable outcome."

The need to consult is increasingly at the forefront of the Governments agenda. Effective consultation, be that with key stakeholders, businesses or the local community can be a challenge to all parties. Whether you are looking to shape public policy or services, inform your marketing strategy, secure planning permission for a new development, or develop a masterplan, effective consultation is essential.

To be successful, consultation needs to be planned carefully and carried out effectively - at Vision Twentyone we take time to understand your objectives, the local context and target group to ensure your strategy is at a level appropriate to the issue under discussion and results in a set of realistic and useable outcomes.

Whether you work in the field of planning, regeneration, health, employment or public policy, listening to the community in the early stages of a process builds support and consensus that will save you time and money. By working with us we will ensure you secure the benefits consultation can offer, in return providing value from the resources invested.

Used by a range of public and private organisations to inform policy and service delivery targets, our methods include:

Not sure which approach will suit your audience and help you achieve your aims? Please see our case studies for examples of our consultation strategies or alternatively, contact our Head of Research and Consultation Helen Bidwell for an informal discussion on 0161 200 8000 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it