How to write a publicity briefing on social energy storage policy

What should a policy briefing include?

It should include a concise summary of a particular issue, the policy options to deal with it and some recommendations on the best option. This means a policy briefing is not about telling the policymaker what to do, it is about helping the policymaker to make their decision.

Why is a policy brief useful?

A policy brief is an important tool when presenting research and recommendations to a non-specialized audience. It helps readers make informed decisions by providing evidence-based policy advice and distilling research findings in plain language, with clear links to policy recommendations.

What should you do before writing a policy brief?

Before writing a policy brief, ensure that research has been published or initial findings are corroborated. Policy briefs can be written to capitalise on momentum and the novelty of the research, or to prime policy actors. Then, consider how the research was conducted, what conclusions were drawn, and what recommendations were made (Aldous-Grant 2012).

How should a briefing be structured?

A briefing should be structured so that the most relevant information is presented up front in a summary, the body of the text reinforces the main message and the closing sections reiterate the main points. Aim to support your policy recommendations as far as possible with new research.

How do you write a public policy brief?

The brief is usually at the very top of the first page, and it is recommended that it is written as the final step. It usually includes convincing statements about: the specific problem under consideration, the most striking shortcomings of public policy, the main recommendation.

Who is the intended audience of a policy brief?

A policy brief is an important tool when presenting research and recommendations to a non-specialized audience. A good brief will: provide evidence-based policy advice to help readers make informed decisions. distill research findings in plain language and draw clear links to policy recommendations.