Pressure_Groups_in_Scotland
Pressure groups in Scotland serve as a means of influence by the public and individuals who share the same view on various different issues, and aim to influence and change Scottish Government policy, legislation and conduct. Pressure groups influence government policy and decision making by organising and participating in marches and rally events, creating petitions, "lobbying" members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs), writing to politicians and newspapers, as well as engaging with other forms of media such as television and radio broadcasts, and aiming to increase publicity by engaging in publicity stunts, the majority of which are legal and peaceful, however, some can be disruptive and unlawful.[1]