Talkback (Oxford's Citizens' Panel)

Talkback (Oxford's Citizens' Panel) was first established in 1997 and consists of approximately 1,000 residents (aged 16+). The most recent panel was recruited in spring 2012.

Results of previous Talkback Panel Surveys

The results for past Talkback surveys can be found on our Consultation pages.

Why have a Citizen's Panel?

Talkback is about finding out what views and opinions residents of Oxford hold on a range of services and issues. The panel was set up as a way to keep us informed about public opinion.  

Every effort is made to ensure the panel mirrors the population of the city. Panel members are selected on the basis of where they live, age, ethnicity etc. The views of panel members are important in helping us improve local areas and the way we deliver our services.

How does the panel work?

Panel members are invited to take part in up to four postal or online questionnaires a year. Occasionally, panel members may also be invited to take part in other forms of consultation such as telephone surveys and focus groups.

How do I become a member of the Talkback Panel?

 Fill in our Talkback Panel Registration Form

If I am already a Talkback panel member, how do I inform you of a change in my contact details?

If you would like to inform us of a change in your contact details please email Rob.Hack@m-e-l.co.uk with details of the change.

What happens to the results of the surveys?

We carefully examine the results of all the surveys, together with your elected Councillors, and use the panel's views to help develop local policies and improve services.

More information

Talkback Leaflet (2.1MB PDF)

Page last reviewed 18 May 2012