Lausunnolla

Lausunnolla is a Finnish term that translates to "for consultation" or "for review" in English. It refers to a process where a draft of a law, regulation, or policy document is made available to relevant stakeholders for their feedback and comments. This process is a crucial part of the legislative and administrative decision-making in Finland, ensuring that all affected parties have an opportunity to voice their opinions and contribute to the final content.

The lausunnolla process typically involves sending the draft document to ministries, government agencies, municipalities, organizations, and sometimes even to the general public. These entities then have a specified period to submit their written observations, suggestions, or criticisms. The feedback received is then considered by the drafting body, which may decide to incorporate the suggestions, provide explanations for not doing so, or revise the document based on the input. This collaborative approach aims to improve the quality, practicality, and legitimacy of official documents before they are finalized and implemented. It helps to identify potential issues, unintended consequences, and areas for improvement that might otherwise be overlooked.