közigazgatások

Közigazgatások refers to public administration in Hungary. It encompasses the organizational structures, processes, and activities through which the state exercises its authority and provides services to citizens and businesses. This system is designed to implement laws, manage public affairs, and ensure the functioning of the state.

The Hungarian public administration system is hierarchical, with central government bodies, county governments, and local governments playing distinct roles. Central government ministries are responsible for formulating policy and overseeing specific sectors such as education, health, and economy. County governments (megyei önkormányzatok) coordinate regional development and certain public services. Local governments (önkormányzatok), which include municipalities (települések), are responsible for providing a wide range of local services, including urban planning, local transport, and social care, based on the principle of self-governance.

Key principles guiding közigazgatások include legality, proportionality, and efficiency. Citizens interact with public administration for various reasons, including obtaining permits, registering official documents, and accessing public services. The legal framework for public administration is established by various laws, with the Administrative Procedure Act (Általános közigazgatási rendtartásról szóló törvény) being particularly significant, as it governs the procedures followed by administrative bodies. Reforms in Hungarian public administration have aimed to modernize processes, digitalize services, and enhance transparency and accountability.