An alliance of civic society representatives lobbying for more open, participatory and accountable government in NI. Linked to Open Government Partnership.

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Northern Ireland’s planning system lacks meaningful transparency and community engagement. Our new report calls for reforms in favour of the public interest. Available here👉tinyurl.com/5n76mwem #OpenGov #NorthernIreland
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We’re looking forward to briefing the committee on the important work of open government in Northern Ireland and the role they can play in championing it for transparency, accountability, and public trust in our institutions.
The Committee for Finance will next meet on Wednesday 4th December at 2pm. The Committee will hear from @OpenGovNI on the work of Open Government in Northern Ireland and from the Department @dptfinance on the NI Investment Fund and UK Infrastructure Bank/National Wealth Fund.
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Open Govt Network NI retweeted
A fraud investigation is under way into allegations that lax controls at NI Water meant it has been paying contractors multiple times & for work which was never done. The internal probe emerges as NI Water is asking Stormont for lots more public cash. belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/…
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We need council committees to be open and transparent by default. How might decisions be different if they were made in full view of the public?
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Open Govt Network NI retweeted
Northern Ireland is facing its most serious environmental crisis in years after fake planning evidence was used in applications for new farm animal sheds, campaigners have said. belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/… belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/…
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We may still be without an Executive in NI, but civil society reps are here in Tallinn, bringing our achievements and challenges in Open Government to the Global Summit, connecting with reformers from around the world, and bringing back energy and inspiration #OGPSummit
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Open Govt Network NI retweeted
Across Northern Ireland, an area twice the size of Belfast could be seriously contaminated, but we don’t know where it is because Stormont has decided not to implement the law - despite civil servants admitting that creates a “high risk” to human health. belfasttelegraph.co.uk/opini…
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Do you have thoughts on how to improve transparency, accountability and participation in UK Government? 🧐 If so, don't miss your chance! You can now contribute to the UK's Open Government Action Plan ✍️ Share your ideas before 7 June ➡️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… @OpenGovUK
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Happening today!
How can we ensure meaningful community engagement in local NI planning decisions? Join our @ImagineBelfast panel to find out! 📅Friday 24 March ⏰12.30 – 14:00 GMT ➡️More info and registration here eventbrite.co.uk/e/meaningfu…
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Don't miss our @ImagineBelfast event tomorrow! 👀
How can we ensure meaningful community engagement in local NI planning decisions? Join our @ImagineBelfast panel to find out! 📅Friday 24 March ⏰12.30 – 14:00 GMT ➡️More info and registration here eventbrite.co.uk/e/meaningfu…
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Open Govt Network NI retweeted
Looking forward to joining the panel @ImagineBelfast to explore how #communityengagement in planning can be more meaningful and help to build trust @andymcdevitt_1 @PJ_Braithwaite @rebekahmccabe_ @briancleland @JamesEHennessey @SaveMagheraPark
How can we ensure meaningful community engagement in local NI planning decisions? Join our @ImagineBelfast panel to find out! 📅Friday 24 March ⏰12.30 – 14:00 GMT ➡️More info and registration here eventbrite.co.uk/e/meaningfu…
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How can we ensure meaningful community engagement in local NI planning decisions? Join our @ImagineBelfast panel to find out! 📅Friday 24 March ⏰12.30 – 14:00 GMT ➡️More info and registration here eventbrite.co.uk/e/meaningfu…
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A recent report showed the NI planning system to lack transparency and meaningful citizen engagement. Join NIOGN at @ImagineBelfast to discuss systemic problems and steps forward. 📅Friday 24 March, 12.30 – 14:00 GMT More info and registration➡️ eventbrite.co.uk/e/meaningfu…
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Open Govt Network NI retweeted
ONE WEEK TO GO | Applications close on Friday 3 March 2023 for the Open Data Innovation and Outreach Fund, with grants of up to £5k available to encourage the use of open data Find out more & apply now >> bit.ly/41n5CZ2
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Open Govt Network NI retweeted
“The story of one of the biggest environment crimes in UK history” - BURIED - airing from Monday 23 January 2023, 1:45pm on @BBCRadio4 (straight after the World at One). Link to the trailer below #Mobuoy #Systemfailni👇👇👇 bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0dwpw…
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Essential listening for everyone concerned with the environment, climate, pollution, or good governance in NI. Excellent public interest journalism from @smoketrailprod and @BBCRadio4 but many questions still to be answered bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0dwpw…
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Open Govt Network NI retweeted
Landmark ruling in Strasbourg as UK Government challenged over failure to investigate Russian interference in Brexit referendum 👇 thelondoneconomic.com/politi…
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