Authorities inform “too extensively” before votes, according to report
Published: Friday, Nov 24th 2023, 10:20
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In individual cases, the authorities provide too much information before votes. This is the conclusion reached by the National Council's Control Committee (GPK-N) in a new report. It recognizes a "partial need for action".
The principle of proportionality in communication with the authorities is observed in most cases, according to a press release issued by the Parliamentary Services on Friday. However, the GPK-N considers it problematic that the information mandate is interpreted extensively in individual cases. Communication therefore recommends defining the limits of permissible information in the principles of communication with the authorities prior to votes.
Furthermore, the Supervisory Board considers it appropriate to regulate the distribution of responsibilities in the case of public statements or posts on social media and to determine which authority communicates on which aspect.
In its report, the GPK-N formulated a total of four recommendations for the attention of the Federal Council. It has until mid-February to comment on them.
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