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Simple terms explainer
Councils should encourage and support communities to have a direct say in how public funds are spent. This involves informing residents about opportunities to contribute, facilitating engagement events or voting processes, and ensuring decisions reflect community priorities. By promoting participatory budgeting, councils increase transparency, strengthen local democracy, and empower citizens to influence the allocation of resources in their area.
Legal status
Discretionary
Duty category
Community services
Community planning
Duty type
Public facing
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
0
Bodies with shared interest
Standards and frameworks
2