Compromisso 3
Commitment #3 | Assessment of the implementation and effects of Law on access to administrative documents
What is the commitment?
The objective of the Assessment of the implementation and effects of LADA is to assess compliance with the Law on Access to Administrative Documents (LADA) by public bodies and entities in Portugal. The evaluation also aims to identify the effects of LADA on transparency and civic participation.
The LADA assessment is an important initiative to promote transparency and civic participation in Portugal. The assessment will help identify LADA's strengths and weaknesses and propose measures to improve its implementation.
Progress
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Macro Activitie 1
100%
Macro Activitie 2
100%
Macro Activitie 3
0%
Legend:
Macro Activitie 1: Consolidate the methodology, structure the evaluation and adjust the calendar
Macro Activitie 2: Final report
Macro Activitie 3: Public presentation
What is the status of the commitment?
Milestone 1 - Consolidate the methodology, structure the evaluation and adjust the calendar
This was completed on schedule. A monitoring group (GA) was formed, comprising seven individuals from civil society, academia, and public administration. The evaluation methodology was presented and discussed with the GA. Following this consultation, a preliminary report was prepared, outlining the objectives, methodological strategy, and evaluation timeline.
Milestone 2 - Final Report
The evaluation of the law was conducted as planned, and a preliminary final report was presented to the GA at the end of February. The GA provided several comments and suggestions, which were incorporated into the final evaluation report, now completed and submitted (ahead of the scheduled deadline).
Milestone 3 - Public Presentation
The main findings of the evaluation were presented in an interview with Fumaça (available at www.fumaca.pt), as well as at events in Lisbon and Porto.
The report was subsequently published in May 2024: “Open Administration in Portugal. What Future?” (Almedina)."
What problem does the commitment aim to address?
Access to administrative documents is an essential condition for scrutinizing administrative activity and for deepening participatory democracy. However, there are few studies that allow us to understand how LADA has been implemented and its effects. This evaluation study fills this gap.
What are the causes of the problem?
Lack of previous assessment.
What results do we want to achieve by implementing this commitment?
The evaluation can help understand whether LADA is being implemented effectively and whether citizens are having access to the public information they need.
The evaluation can help identify areas where LADA can be improved so that it can be more effective in promoting transparency and civic participation.
The assessment can help raise awareness among citizens about their right to access public information.
The LADA assessment is an important step towards strengthening democracy in Portugal.
Contact us and we will respond as soon as possible.