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"Unless action needs to be taken urgently, public authorities shall provide private persons with the opportunity through appropriate means to participate in the preparation and implementation of administrative decisions which affect their rights or interests."

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CoE (Committee of Ministers): Recommendation Rec(2007)7 of the Committee of Ministers to Member States on Good Administration, art. 8

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Recommendation Rec(2007)7 of the Committee of Ministers to Member States on Good Administration

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The rule of law should be strengthened by public participation in decision making.
Everyone has the right to submit to governmental bodies, agencies, and organizations criticisms and proposals for improving their function.