We gather, on behalf of the Scottish Government and Healthcare Improvement Scotland, the views of people using health and care services, members of the public, carers and community groups on a variety of health-related topics.

Our reports summarise how we went about this and what we found. We use people's experiences and views to identify recommendations for policy makers, and follow up with them later to find out how people's views had an influence.

Find out more about how we gather people's views

Through our network of staff throughout Scotland we are able to collate comments and experiences from across the country in order to give a national perspective. Our staff use a range of methods - including focus groups, interviews, questionnaires and events - to gather people's experiences and opinions. We regularly work with local third sector organisations and community groups to reach people from particular communities, especially those who are often excluded from consultations.

If you would like to be part of a local gathering views exercise, please tell us about your interests and how we can contact you.