Using Consensus Conferences on Genetically Modified Food in Norway

The report examines how Norway approaches provision of information, consultation and active engagement of citizens in public policy-making and includes a special focus on the use of consensus conferences as a means of engaging citizens. The report describes the decision-making culture and traditions of public consultation and public involvement in Norway. It also provides an overview of the legislative framework and institutions for public involvement in policymaking. A 1996 consensus conference on genetically modified food is described in terms of its organisation, process and results.(Original source: http://www1.oecd.org/puma/citizens/pubs/Norway.pdf)