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Transparency in local government
As central government pushes ahead with the 'next wave of council openness', do councils believe the transparency agenda has made them more accountable to the public? by Sade Laja. Guardian Professional, Wednesday 19 October 2011. "You cannot successfully run a £1.1bn 'business' like Northamptonshire county council without being honest and open about where money is being spent, according to its chief executive Paul Blantern..."
Further information on Transparency in local government
Last updated: 20 October 20111
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- The Code of Recommended Practice for Local Authorities on Data Transparency
- Department for Communities and Local Government, 29 September 2011. "... The Code sets out key principles for local authorities in creating greater transparency through the publication of public data. The Code does not replace or supersede the existing legal framework for access to public sector information provided by the Freedom of Information Act 2000, Environmental Information Regulations 2004, the Re-use of Public Sector Information Regulations 2005 and INSPIRE Regulations 2009. Following this Code should help local authorities to meet these obligations to achieve the routine publication of more data to enhance accountability to the public..."
Added: 20 October 2011
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