Guidance

Local government transparency code 2015

This document sets out the minimum data that local authorities should be publishing, the frequency it should be published and how it should be published.

Applies to England

Documents

Local government transparency code 2015

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Local government transparency code 2015: frequently asked questions

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Details

The local government transparency code is issued to meet the government’s desire to place more power into citizens’ hands to increase democratic accountability. It will make it easier for local people to contribute to the local decision making process and help shape public services.

The frequently asked questions document addresses technical questions which are related to the publication of specific data sets.

Published 27 February 2015