Official Scottish Government account for Open Government. Working with civil society to make Scotland more open, participatory, inclusive, and accountable.
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“We must offer a positive future that people can see themselves in.”
Scotland’s First Minister @JohnSwinney reflects on the role of open government as OGP marks 15 years.
Open Government Scotland retweeted
🇨🇦Canada launches its OGP Action Plan 2025–2029.
This 6th action plan includes commitments on inclusive participation, digital democracy, anti-corruption, and better public services.
📖 Read the blog by @JeanCard78, OGP National Point of Contact: opengovpartnership.org/stori…
Open Government Scotland retweeted
🗣️ CSOs working on access to information: we want your input!
Join a consultation on proactive disclosure to share experiences, challenges & good practices. Input will feed into OECD work.
With Emily O’Reilly, OGP Ambassador & former EU Ombudsman.
📅 18 May
Register ⬇️ .
Open Government Scotland retweeted
Three weeks to go until #OpenGovWeek 🌍
Open Gov Week is a chance to bring that progress to life. Through action, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.
Want to get involved? Now’s the time to host your event.
👉 opengovweek.org/submit-an-ev…
#OpenGovWeek #OGP15
Open Government Scotland retweeted
OGP Local members are embedding openness, accountability, and participation into digital governance.
🇮🇩 Yogyakarta, Indonesia @humas_jogja
🇪🇸 Valencia, Spain and 🏴 Scotland, UK @scotgovopen
🇺🇸 Austin, United States
Read full story, get link below.
Our final independent report on Scotland's Open Government Action Plan 2021-2025 is published!
Read the full report with key lessons that we are already putting into action.
opengovpartnership.org/docum…
@opengovpart
Open Government Scotland retweeted
Join OGP’s Europe Dialogue webinar to see how openness and efficiency can go hand in hand.
🗓 Mar 12
Speakers include:
@alemannoEU, @mathildebouye , Dr. Dominik Böllhoff, Jorge Lagarto, Thierry Lambert, Carina Paju
bit.ly/simplification-12mar
#europedialogue
Open Government Scotland retweeted
Cities often struggle to understand climate impacts at the neighborhood level. Localized data, community insights, and institutional mechanisms are often missing.
🇮🇩Semarang, #Indonesia, addressed this challenge through the @PeoplePowrd Climate Democracy Accelerator.
Take part in shaping how the Scottish Government opens up, improves its transparency, accountability, participation, and builds trust over the next 5 years.
Join the workshops led by SCDC
blogs.gov.scot/open-governme…
Open Government Scotland retweeted
🚀 Join our new open gov course!
OGP & @Apolitical launched a 4-hour intro course on #opengov: learn its benefits, apply principles, and make government more transparent, participatory & accountable.
Get 20% off: bit.ly/apolitical-ogp-course
#OpenGov #OGP #Apolitical
Open Government Scotland retweeted
How can governments assess the impact of algorithms?
Join the #OpenAlgorithmsNetwork webinar on Feb 5, 10–11 AM ET / 4–5 PM CET.
Learn about algorithmic impact assessments & transparency.
👉 Register: opengovpartnership-org.zoom.…
Open Government Scotland retweeted
OGP is seeking a Research Consultant to explore how open government principles can strengthen Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and inform the Open Gov Guide.
📅 Apply by 31 Jan 2026 → opengovpartnership.org/wp-co…
#Consultancy #OpenGovernment #DPI
Open Government Scotland retweeted
Join @sdpscotland in Glasgow on 2 June for #MeetTheBuyer2026!
Whether you’re a micro, small, or medium-sized supplier, this event is your chance to connect with buyers and unlock new opportunities.
Looking to grow your business in 2026?
Join us, and a range of buyers from across the public and private sectors at #MeetTheBuyer2026, on Tuesday 2 June 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, in Glasgow.
Spaces are limited - Secure your FREE ticket today: bit.ly/4pM7Yfl
Open Government Scotland retweeted
Climate action works best when people help shape it.
Explore cases from OGP Local members in Latin America and Europe.
👉 More local stories: bit.ly/ogplocalstories
#ClimateAction
Open Government Scotland retweeted
Tuesday was International #AntiCorruptionDay.
OGP CEO @aeyakuze highlights how Gen Z is leading the fight against corruption. Governments should listen, take youth seriously, create inclusive spaces, and invest in collaborative policymaking.
Read more: opengovpartnership.org/stori…
Open Government Scotland retweeted
⏰ Last week to apply!
The Civic Space Lab Reformers’ Program gives governments:
✨ Expert guidance
📜 Policy support
🤝 Peer learning
💡 Funding help
🌟 Recognition
📋 Civic Space Strategy | 🛠 Action Plan | 🎯 Targeted Reform
Apply by Nov 30 → bit.ly/civic-space-lab
Open Government Scotland retweeted
We’re pleased to announce the launch of our updated Climate Literacy eLearning on the Sustainable Procurement Tools platform.
Find out more: blogs.gov.scot/public-procur…
ALT Updated Climate Literacy eLearning
Open Government Scotland retweeted
Every child deserves to be heard, included, and protected.
Open governments listen, act, and create safer communities for all.
Explore how governments are taking action to protect and include children: bit.ly/ogp-children
#WorldChildrensDay
Open Government Scotland retweeted
🌍 Climate change hits hardest those most vulnerable.
On 26 Nov, join our #OGPLocal Circle to learn how cities like Buenos Aires, Navarra, Nairobi & Quintana Roo are engaging citizens in climate action.
📷Register: bit.ly/ogp-climate-26-11
#ClimateAction
