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Global Parliamentary Report 2022
The third Global Parliamentary Report examines public engagement in the work of parliament. The information, findings and recommendations in this report set out a road map for enhanced public engagement by parliaments and parliamentarians, working collaboratively with the community to achieve participatory, inclusive and responsive parliaments.
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Annex: Case studies and practical guides. English - French - Spanish - Arabic
Executive summary. English - French - Spanish - Arabic
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