Region: Europe

In 2020, the Independent Reporting Mechanism (IRM) published the Implementation Report for Denmark's third action plan (2017-2019). The report covers the level of completion and the results of the act..

In 2020, the Independent Reporting Mechanism (IRM) published the Design Report for Moldova's fourth action plan (2019-2020). The report covers the development of the action plan and the design of its ..

As global distrust in democracies grows, we believe intransparent legislative structures are a big factor. When lobbyists influence laws, it can create feelings of injustice and distrust within a society. Yet, lobbying, or the articulation of and advocacy for various interests, is essential for democracies. So, what does a fair and transparent lobbying system that enhances trust for political procedures look like?

In 2020, the Independent Reporting Mechanism (IRM) published the Design Report for North Macedonia's fourth action plan (2018-2020). The report covers the development of the action plan and the design..

In 2020, the Independent Reporting Mechanism (IRM) published the Design Report for Romania's fourth action plan (2018-2020). The report covers the development of the action plan and the design of its ..

The Czech Republic’s fourth action plan was developed through an open and consultative process but did not gain sufficient visibility to reach a wide spectrum of actors. The commitments mainly derive ..

In 2020, the Independent Reporting Mechanism (IRM) published the Design Report for the Netherlands' third action plan (2018-2020). The report covers the development of the action plan and the design o..

Slovakia’s third action plan included commitments on open data, open education and research, participatory policymaking, and transparency measures in the justice sector. While the action plan saw high..

Finland improved implementation of commitments in the third action plan. Notable achievements include improving the accessibility of state procurement data and the development of open government princ..

In 2020, the Independent Reporting Mechanism (IRM) published the Design Report for the Czech Republic's fourth action plan (2018-2020). The report covers the development of the action plan and the des..

As all of our lives have quickly become dominated by the impact of COVID-19, I hope all are safe and healthy and adapting to our new reality.  During the last week in February, I had the pleasure o..

In 2020, the Independent Reporting Mechanism (IRM) published the Implementation Report for Finland's third action plan (2017-2019). The report covers the level of completion and the results of the act..