The Select Committee on Citizens' Assemblies

The Select Committee on Citizens' Assemblies is a group within a government tasked with examining how citizens' assemblies work and their potential benefits. Citizens' assemblies are gatherings of randomly chosen people who deliberate on important issues to provide informed, democratic recommendations. The committee reviews evidence, explores best practices, and considers how such assemblies can be used to involve the public meaningfully in decision-making processes, ensuring policies reflect diverse perspectives and enhance democratic engagement. Their goal is to assess whether and how citizens' assemblies can be effectively integrated into governance.