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nytimes.com • Politics • USA
A newly elected congressman who campaigned on banning congressional stock trading has become one of the most active stock traders in his freshman class.
elcomercio.pe • Politics • Peru
A controversial new regulation in San Isidro, Peru, is sparking conflict among council members due to restrictions on information access and sanctions for perceived misconduct.
stltoday.com • Politics • Missouri
The city of Arnold, Missouri is suing State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick over his investigation into a cancelled road project, claiming he is overstepping his authority by requesting records from closed city council meetings.
bangordailynews.com • Politics • Maine
The town of Orrington in Maine is facing criticism for its lack of transparency regarding taxpayer funds spent on a troubled trash incinerator, refusing to release public records despite multiple requests.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panama's government ministries employ a significant number of advisors, raising concerns about transparency and cost-effectiveness, particularly in comparison to the national assembly.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panama City's mayor fast-tracked the creation of a new autonomous municipal company, raising concerns about transparency and potential for corruption due to a lack of oversight.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi's proposal to create a municipal company has sparked public debate, with critics raising concerns about transparency and legality.
theguardian.com • Politics • UK
Rishi Sunak's government faces accusations of a 'concealment culture' after setting a record low for releasing information in response to freedom of information requests.
theguardian.com • Politics • UK
Over 100 UK Treasury mobile phones were wiped of all data last year due to incorrect PIN entries, raising concerns about transparency and the loss of potentially crucial government communications.
theguardian.com • Politics • UK
A report accuses a UK government unit of obstructing public access to information through an 'Orwellian' process that vets responses to freedom of information requests.
theguardian.com • Politics • UK
UK government departments have spent hundreds of thousands of pounds blocking Freedom of Information requests, prompting criticism for increased government secrecy.
theguardian.com • Politics • UK
The UK Treasury's refusal to release key documents related to the infected blood scandal sparks outrage among victims' families and raises concerns about transparency and potential cover-ups.
latercera.com • Taxes • Chile
A report seeks to increase transparency in the calculation of property taxes in Chile, addressing concerns about the lack of clarity in the process and the data used by the tax authority.
livelaw.in • Law • India
This article examines the complex interplay between India's Right to Information Act and Public-Private Partnership projects, analyzing legal interpretations and disputes regarding access to information in such collaborations.
elcomercio.pe • Politics • Peru
A leaked report reveals a proposed 125% salary increase for Peruvian President Dina Boluarte, prompting public outcry and government secrecy.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
The Chilean Presidency filed a lawsuit to block the release of government officials' emails related to the Manuel Monsalve case, arguing that the information is sensitive and protected by national security interests.
sanluisobispo.com • Politics • California
Court-ordered release of Paso Robles councilmember's emails reveals his involvement in an anti-parking campaign and criticism of city leadership.
reviewjournal.com • Politics • Nevada
A Las Vegas Review-Journal investigation reveals that several Clark County judges failed to disclose sponsored trips to conservative judicial education programs, raising concerns about transparency and potential conflicts of interest.