Name of code
Guidelines for Enhanced Government Communications: Communications under Normal Conditions and during Incidents
Originator of code
The Prime Ministers Office
Country
Finland
Original language
Finnish/English
Year of creation
2020
Type of code
Public institutions
Main frame of accountability
Public
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Procedural
Diversity
Yes
AI/automation
No
The Guidelines for Enhanced Government Communication are produced by the Prime Minister’s Office for all government authorities to prepare for incidents and emergency situations. An incident refers to threats affecting society’s operations and duties, such as terrorism. Emergency situations are enacted by decree and refer to particularly severe threats to the population, major disasters, or wartime situations. The Guidelines cover principles of communication, organization and responsibilities, and provide specific instructions for preparing against information influence activities.
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