Do citizens have a right to access official government records?
The right of the people to information on matters of public concern is explicitly recognized by the state. This includes access to official records, documents, and papers pertaining to official acts or transactions. Government research data used for policy development must also be made available to the citizens. As stated in Article III Section 7 1987 Philippine Constitution, this access is subject to certain limitations provided by law. “SECTION 7. The right of the people to information on matters of public concern shall be recognized. Access to official records, and to documents, and papers pertaining to official acts, transactions, or decisions, as well as to government research data used as basis for policy development, shall be afforded the citizen, subject to such limitations as may be provided by law.” 28-Jan-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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