Public Participation in Budget/Fiscal Policy

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Allowing citizens to have a voice in how money is spent can improve the efficiency of public service deliveryTo ensure that citizens of all groups are better supported by the government, OGP participating governments are working to improve the quality of and access to public services. Commitments in this are... More and strengthen taxPlacing transparency, accountability, and participation at the center of tax policy can ensure that burdens are distributed equitably across society. Technical specifications: Commitments related to c... compliance.

Technical specifications: Direct engagement between the public/external parties and official entities and officials at any stage of the budget or fiscal policy cycles.

See also: Publication of Budget/Fiscal InformationCitizens deserve to know how their government is getting money, what is being prioritized for spending, and whether the money is being used effectively. Technical specifications: Any efforts explicitl..., Oversight of Budget/Fiscal PoliciesAn essential part of fiscal openness is ensuring strong, independent formal oversight institutions. Technical specifications: All activities of the legislature in approving, monitoring and reviewing t..., Public ParticipationGiving citizens opportunities to provide input into government decision-making leads to more effective governance, improved public service delivery, and more equitable outcomes. Technical specificatio...