Citation

Toner P, Lloyd C, Thom B, MacGregor S, Godfrey C, Herring R, Tchilingirian J. Evid. Policy 2014; 10(1): 93-112.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2014, Policy Press)

DOI

10.1332/10.1332/174426514X13899745453819

PMID

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Abstract

This paper explores the competing influences which inform public health policy and describes the role that research evidence plays within the policy-making process. In particular it draws on a recent English alcohol policy case study to assess the role of evidence in informing policy and practice. Semi-structured interviews with key national, regional and local policy informants were transcribed and analysed thematically. A strong theme identified was that of the role of evidence.

FINDINGS are discussed in the context of competing views on what constitutes appropriate evidence for policy making.

Language: en