Implementation : Training Public Officials

As a matter of priority, those implementing the law need to be fully trained in their responsibilities under the law, in how to manage applications/appeals, to apply and interpret the law. Training should be ongoing.

Implementation : Information Commissions

RTI laws in some countries provide for the setting up of an Information Commission as the ultimate appellate and oversight body overseeing implementation and oversight of the law.

Implementation : Monitoring and Evaluation

To ensure that the law is achieving the aims endorsed by the Government, the implementation of the Act should be supported by an effective ongoing monitoring and evaluation system. This will enable implementation efforts to be assessed, reviewed and improved.

Implementation : General

   Preparing for Implementation In preparing for the implementation of any RTI law, the governments will have to take steps to establish the groundwork necessary to ensure the effective implementation of the access law.

National Level RTI : Archives

Activities & Advocacy The University Grants Commission as a follow up to the implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2005 is going to release a draft RTI policy guideline for universities.

National Level RTI : Legislation

Status of the Right to Information Bill The draft bill on right to information has been posted on the government portal at http://www.ghana.gov.gh/index.php.There is also posted on the portal a Q & A that assists the public to have a quick glimpse of the bill.

State Level RTI: Maharashtra

Background In 2000, a sustained advocacy campaign by social activist Anna Hazare forced the Maharashtra Government to pass the Maharashtra Right to Information Act 2000.

State Level RTI : Odisha

Background Until recently, Odisha did not have a comprehensive access to information law. However, there has been an active civil society campaign advocating for right to information legislation in the state since 2001.

State Level RTI : Mizoram

Law In May 2005, the national Right to Information Act 2005 was passed by Parliament. The RTI Act 2005 received Presidential assent on 15 June and came fully into force on 12 October 2005.

State Level RTI: Manipur

Law In May 2005, the national Right to Information Act 2005 was passed by Parliament. The RTI Act 2005 received Presidential assent on 15 June and came fully into force on 12 October 2005.