Highly informative, interactive training courses providing knowledge and insight into the machinery of Scotland’s polity.

Politics Explained is the ideal arena if you work in the public, private, media, or third sectors and wish to boost your career capabilities or if you simply want a better understanding of the institutions and mechanisms that influence the governance of Scotland.

Whether you communicate with political audiences on a regular basis, or just want a better understanding of how everything works, Politics Explained offers a range of training events designed to meet your needs. The series draws together the best contacts in government, academia and the media, providing you with unrivalled access to the knowledge and experience of individuals who are operating in, or have operated at, the heart of politics.

Each course provides ample opportunity to discuss topics of the day with fellow delegates and speakers providing you with access to the highest level contacts in a number of different fields. Whether you require a better understanding of central or local government, the EU or the media, Politics Explained can offer a course to suit your needs.

All of our established training events will be run at the Holyrood MacDonald Hotel in Edinburgh located opposite the Scottish Parliament, just a few miles away from Edinburgh airport and a short walk from Waverley Train Station with easy access by car or public transport.

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Information about our upcoming conferences can be found at www.holyrood.com/conferences.