Canary Islands: Transparency and access to information (ES0167)

10.12.2. Reform of the regulatory framework on transparency

Brief description

The Canary Islands Law on Transparency and Access to Public Information (Law 12/2014) requires reform to improve and update part of its articles and bring it into line with the most current principles and criteria regarding access to public information. This reform is an opportunity to adapt it to the recent doctrine of the courts and the Canary Islands Transparency Commissioner, ensuring that the legislation reflects best practices and responds adequately to the current demands of society. In addition, the update seeks to eliminate ambiguities and improve clarity in the application of the law, guaranteeing real access to public information.

Objectives

• Modernise and improve the articles of the current Transparency and Access to Public Information Act to resolve some current limitations and increase its effectiveness and comprehensibility.
• Align the principles and criteria of the law with the doctrines established by the courts and the Canary Islands Transparency Commissioner.
• Increase the accessibility and clarity of public information available to citizens.
• Integrate and facilitate advanced digital technologies for the management and dissemination of public information