The Parliamentary Joint Committee on the draft Constitutional Renewal Bill recently published its report on the Bill. You can read this and also access notes on past oral and written evidence sessions here.
Today the Government published a discussion paper that seeks comment on proposals which focus on the use of innovative engagement methods by national government titled ‘A National Framework for Greater Citizen Engagement’ In a written statement Michael Wills MP, Minister of State, Ministry of Justice said: “The Government recognises that the demands on our democracy are evolving. [...]
Today Hazel Blairs MP, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, launched Communities in Control: real people, real power, a white paper on empowerment which aims to pass power into the hands of local commmunities, giving real control over local decisions to a wider pool of active citizens. She said: “The White Paper has two broad [...]
In continuing the process of online engagement, Michael Wills MP introduces the Governance of Britain website. We will run discussions on different aspects of the Governance programme and the outcomes from discussions will be analysed. Some will contribute directly to ongoing discussions and engagement processes, others will help to inform future discussion topics. They will also make [...]
Today the Justice Secretary Jack Straw marked the anniversary of the Governance of Britain with a statement to the House of Commons in which he set out the progress made in meeting the objectives of the programme. He said that in July last year the Prime Minister outlined steps toward further constitutional reform to renew our democracy, building a [...]
The Ministry of Justice today published a consultation on the day we vote. This debate will also look at the other barriers to voting and could potentially lead to a change to voting at the weekend. Launching the consultation, the minister Michael Wills, said: ‘Decisions are made by those who vote. The government wants to make it easier for people [...]
Communities Secretary Hazel Blears has today announced plans for a new White Paper focused on giving people a real say on improving local services and promoting active citizenship. The Empowerment White Paper, to be published in the Summer, will set out how the untapped talent of communities can be unleashed to ensure everyone has a greater say in [...]
The Department for Communities and Local Government has released findings from the first and second quarters of the 2007-08 Citizenship Survey, covering 1 April 2007 - 30 September 2007. The release covers active and empowered communities; community cohesion; and racial prejudice and discrimination. The survey findings may be viewed here.
The Governance of Britain Green Paper (July 2007), said that petitions can provide an important way for communities to express their views and generate local debate, boosting the relationship between residents and councils. It also announced the government’s intention to consult on people’s right to ‘call for action’ and the strengthened role of councillors in [...]
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