Indicator: 6.1 Parliamentary environment for public participation

This indicator assesses the legal framework for public participation, as well as parliament’s institutional capacity to implement those provisions in practice.

This indicator also focuses on public education about the work of parliament, which aims to increase trust in parliament and broaden opportunities for citizens to communicate their interests. In order to maximize participation, the public should know not just where and when parliamentary processes take place, but also how they can participate in and influence decision-making.