There are a number of ways to engage policy with your research projects. Your engagement should be captured and reported through Research Fish using the Hub’s grant number: EP/V00784X/1.
The table below (sourced from REF 2014,) illustrates examples of policy engagement and what can be captured. It’s excellent practice to keep notes of any policy engagement, even if its immediate impact is not apparent. If you’re unsure, please contact Dr Justyna Lisinska, Research Fellow, The Policy Institute, King’s College London.
| Policy Impact Occurrence | Measurable feature |
|---|---|
| Response to a consultation | Citation of the TAS Hub in a government report |
| Legislative change, development of a legal principle or effect on legal practice | Qualitiative feedback from participants or attendees at research events |
| Research recommendations are taken up by policymakers through membership of a government advisory committee | Testimonials from members, committees, or officials, where available |
| Attending meetings with government officials | Testimonials and case studies |
| Being appointed to head government advisory committee | Testimonials, case studies and meeting minutes |