Category - Access to Public Information

Gives citizens the legal right to request public information from government bodies.

Citizens can request records related to spending, decisions, and public services, with limited exceptions.

Requests can be made in writing or online to the relevant public authority.

Many people believe budgets are only for experts or politicians. In reality, budgets are public documents meant to inform citizens.

Transparency means information is available and accessible. Accountability goes further by ensuring that information is used to improve decisions and outcomes.

Context matters, and data should not be misrepresented or taken out of meaning.