Methods used by pressure groups to gain influence in a democracy

To organise a protest

This will attract media coverage and show the government that there is public support for the cause. For example, in recent years many people have protested on issues in Scotland such as Independence, Climate Change and Black Lives Matter

To organise a social media campaign

The This Is Rigged pressure group shares images and advertises its meetings on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube

To take direct action

The This Is Rigged pressure group held up a Glasgow World Championships cycle road race by blocking the route, and also sprayed red paint over the doorway to the Scottish Parliament in August 2023

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