Open Government Team
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OGP Action Plan Co-creation Process: Final Report – Introduction from Juliet Swann, OGP Scotland Co-chair and Doreen Grove, Head of Open Government Scotland
17th August 2026
We are delighted to be sharing this report which sets out the findings from the Open Government Scotland National Action Plan co-creation process. Scotland’s fourth action plan is our ‘to do list’ for the next five years. Its development has been a chance to have meaningful conversations with the public that will serve as a…
Are you interested in collaborating on the ethical use of digital technology and open data with Scottish Government?
13th August 2026
People should know what data is being used, where it comes from and how it shapes decisions that affect their lives. This means: clear explanations stronger safeguards better data sharing open and safe use of AI support for people and communities to use data with confidence making trusted information easier to find and understand, so…
Are you interested in collaborating on Open Government communications and engagement with Scottish Government?
13th August 2026
In the Open Government Partnership, we are committed to communicating clearly, honestly and meaningfully with each other on our shared priorities. We share timely, collaborative stories of our work on trust and transparency, anti-corruption, public participation, and the ethical use of digital technology and open data. Meaningful engagement is a key part of every commitment….
Are you interested in collaborating on anti-corruption and accountability with Scottish Government?
13th August 2026
People should be able to see how decisions are made, who helped shape them and who is responsible. This helps to trust that decisions are made fairly, openly and in the interests of the public. This means: clearer information about who makes decisions and how they are made strong independent checks simple ways to raise…
Are you interested in collaborating on public participation with Scottish Government?
13th August 2026
People should help shape decisions that affect them before they are made. This means government should aim to: ask people about what they think earlier be clear about what can change listen to people who are often left out work with local groups and charities that people trust give those groups proper time, support and…
Are you interested in collaborating with Scottish Government to steer Open Government in Scotland?
13th August 2026
Our vision is a trustworthy and transparent Scottish Government that behaves, communicates and is designed with accountability, transparency and participation from the start. Trustworthy systems are: easy to understand and navigate designed around peoples’ needs safe and accessible to participate in Trustworthy behaviour is: respectful of peoples’ experiences responsive to collaboration, feedback and scrutiny accountable…
Improving transparency through a digital fiscal portal service: a learning Journey
27th July 2026
Key terms “fiscal information” is the data related to government revenue, tax, and public spending. “digital fiscal portal service” is an online space where information about government budgets and finances can be easily accessed. Introduction “Following the money” from budget to impact. Hear from Jennie Barugh & Lucy McTernan, government and civil society Co-Chairs of the Open Government Fiscal Transparency Commitment Oversight Group…
Co-creation continues through Summer and Autumn: update and timeline
12th June 2026
Update on where we are The Scottish Community Development Centre (SCDC) spoke to people about what they want the Open Government Action Plan to do across the themes of trust and transparency, anti-corruption and accountability, ethical use of technology and open data, and public participation. Read the summary and snapshot report reflecting workshop discussions in…
Leadership and relationships: a message from Jamie Hepburn, Minister for Parliamentary Business and Veterans
12th June 2026
I am so pleased to return to my role as Co-chair of the Open Government Steering Group alongside Juliet Swann. I want to take this opportunity to reassess how we work together, learn from our last four year Action Plan, and begin this new Parliament with an enthusiasm for building a trustworthy and transparent Scotland…
Action Plan Co-creation Interim Report: introduction from Juliet Swann
12th February 2026
Survey after survey tells us that trust in democratic institutions is declining. As Scotland’s Open Government Partnership, we believe that working to support the principles of open government – transparency, accountability, inclusion and participation – can help foster trust. But we wanted to test that theory: If public trust in government is lacking, what would…