1. Introduction.- 1.1 Defining strategic planning.- 1.2 Policy and policy theory defined.- 1.3 Significance of a strategic approach.- 2. Critical Points to consider.- 2.1 Defining the Process.- 2.1.1 Agenda setting.- 2.1.2 Policymakers and their networks.- 2.1.3 Influencing policy decisions.- 2.1.4 ...