Lausuntopyynnön

Lausuntopyyntö, often translated as a "request for comments" or "consultation request," is a formal process used in many jurisdictions, particularly in Finland and other Nordic countries, to gather feedback on proposed legislation, regulations, or significant policy decisions. The purpose of a lausuntopyyntö is to ensure that all relevant stakeholders have an opportunity to express their views before a decision is made. This process is a key component of good governance and transparent policymaking.

When a government ministry, agency, or other public body is preparing a new law or important policy, they will issue a lausuntopyyntö. This typically involves publishing a draft document or a summary of the proposed changes, along with a deadline for submitting comments. The recipients of a lausuntopyyntö can include a wide range of parties, such as other government bodies, municipalities, NGOs, industry associations, academic institutions, and sometimes even the general public. The feedback received is then taken into consideration by the decision-makers, and often, a summary of the submitted comments and how they were addressed is also published. This process helps to identify potential issues, unintended consequences, and alternative solutions, leading to more robust and widely accepted outcomes.