eParticipation 2006 Work Programme 

The TID+ project is to be situated within the eParticipation 2006 Work Programme, an initiative of the European Union to increase citizens' participation in EU legislative processes (see O.J. C176 of July 28th, 2006).

The EU is taking the lead in using on-line tools to improve the legislative process for its citizens. The eParticipation Preparatory Action which launched on 1st January 2007 runs as a series of linked projects which each contribute to a greater awareness and involvement by citizens in the legislation process right from the initial drafting through to its implementation at a regional and local level.

The individual projects concentrate on ensuring that the legislative language and process is more transparent, understandable and accessible to the citizen. In addition the projects emphasis on the communication of legislation will be used to enhance and grow citizen’s involvement and contribution in the process of creating and thereafter implementing the legislation.

The eParticipation Action coordinates the 6 projects which in turn will each contribute towards different stages of the full life-cycle of the legislative process. The key theme throughout is to ensure that online tools are identified which lead to an increased citizen involvement.

Overall the projects run for up to 18 months and involve participants from 12 Member States, 5 Parliaments, 6 Local Authorities and a number of linked associations and universities.

For further information on the projects, check the pages for the appropriate project via the eParticipation portal set up for this purpose.

For further information about the ePacticipation Preparatory Action, please contact Mr. Thanassios Chrissafis:

Thanassios Chrissafis,

DG INFSO unit H2 eGovernment & CIP Operations

Athanassios.Chrissafis@ec.europa.eu

tel: +32 2 296 88 77

fax: +32 2 296 41 14

Or visit this webpage.