Name of code
Handbook on Social Media Use [Handreiking gebruik sociale media]
Originator of code
Association of Netherlands Municipalities [Vereniging van Nederlandse Gemeenten] (VNG)
Country
The Netherlands
Original language
Dutch
Year of creation
2014
Type of code
Public institutions
Main frame of accountability
Political
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Non-Mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Voluntary
Diversity
No
AI/automation
No
Social media plays an increasing role in the communication of municipalities and many of them encourage the use of social media to strengthen communication. With this Guide, the Association of Netherlands Municipalities (VNG), the umbrella organisation of all municipalities in the Netherlands, provides tips and considerations on how to use social media with integrity and raise awareness that some statements made by civil servants may violate section 125a of the Civil Servants Act.
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