Wyn Grant Regulation in Europe and IBMA’s PR/Lobbying Role.

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Wyn Grant Regulation in Europe and IBMA’s PR/Lobbying Role

What does political science say about the political agenda? The political agenda can only deal with so many issues at one time There are cyclical fluctuations in attention How an issue is ‘framed’ is important – the language that is used to label topics – ‘hurrah’ and ‘boo’ words

The changing nature of the policy agenda Emphasis placed on expertise and evidence Yet rise of single issue interest groups has led to a more emotive form of politics 24 hour media has a key role here A good case is not enough

Biocontrol: some challenges The language – differentiating biologicals from synthetics Lack of public profile Generally unsympathetic attitude of environmental groups SMEs have limited resources to devote to representation

Biocontrol: some positives Fact that they are largely produced by SMEs is helpful Profile in policy-making circles is increasing Academic research has focused on registration problems Opportunities provided by restrictions of synthetics

Development of IBMA Continuing progress in organisational development Appointment of full-time staff member Language contained in EU package (sensitisation issue and also potential for a new regulation to be developed for biopesticides)

Why firms need to devote some time to representation Very constrained in time available because of product development, registration, marketing etc. But if you take part you have to chance to shape what happens rather than having something unpleasant imposed on you We live in the ‘Regulatory State’

Implications of the Regulatory State The pressure for greater regulation is not going to go away There are many societal drivers of that including attitudes to risk Tendency for process to displace goals in regulatory agencies Need to foster innovation (Greaves)

How to lobby (in Europe) Be clear about your objectives – and their priority ordering Have objectives that are realistic and feasible Ensure that your message can be communicated in an interesting way to a wider audience

How to lobby in Europe (nationally) It is helpful to have member states and their representatives pushing your cause Do not overlook Perm Rep (also Scotland House)

How to lobby in Europe (the Commission) What does the Commission want? Easily digestible information Legitimacy through consultation Bodies to interact with that realise that what is achievable and what is not A negative example is the REBECA demand to transfer resources from the CAP

How to lobby the Parliament One is dealing with politicians They have limited attention span and many demands on their time They have career ambitions They have ideologies (Usually) they are not scientists

Identify sympathetic MEPs Interests – are they interested in sustainability and environmentally friendly solutions? Are they interested in small hi tech firms? Is there a biorational products firm in their constituency?

Comment by a British MP ‘Tell me and I forget. Show me and I remember. Involve me and I understand.’ Also relevant at EU level

There are uncertainties The changing agenda Trade offs may take place in the trialogue that undermine apparently firm undertakings Political composition of the Parliament after 2009?

Conclusions Have confidence in your message Biorational products can contribute to the economic and environmental sustainability of food production The European Union level is likely to become more important to their future Niche actors need to build coalitions