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GeneWatch UK published a report on 22 October 2003 (GM Nation? Engaging people in real debate?) which examined the lessons that should be learned from the GM public debate.
The report concludes that the debate suffered from a lack of clear political commitment to act on its findings, insufficient funding, and a restricted timeframe. It provides evidence that the Central Office of Information (COI) did not have the appropriate expertise and competence to run the debate for the Steering Board.
The report can be viewed on the Genewatch UK website (PDF - 151Kb)