Regulation of Lobbying Act
Overview
The Regulation of Lobbying Act 2015 provides a web-based Register of Lobbying to the public. The Register of Lobbying provides information on the identity of those communicating with designated public officials on:
- specific policy
- legislative matters
- and
- prospective decisions.
Guidance
The Standards Commission has a role under the legislation to issue guidance and information and to promote an understanding of the legislation. The Standards Commission, in co-operation with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform, has published guidance on the Regulation of Lobbying Act for Designated Public Officials.
Further information regarding the legislation, as well as further guidance on the Act, is available on the Regulation of Lobbying website. Further information may also be obtained by contacting the Standards Commission at info@lobbying.ie or at (01) 639 5722.
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