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An overview of the challenges for public participation in river basin management and planning
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In this article, the authors give an overview of the challenges for public participation in river basin management and planning and to develop a set of guidelines for a successful public consultation and identify some obstacles and recommendations for the process.Abstract:
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to give an overview of the challenges for public participation in river basin management and planning and to develop a set of guidelines for a successful public consultation.Design/methodology/approach – The current paper describes and analyses the requirements and expectations regarding public participation in river basin planning and identifies some obstacles and recommendations for the process.Findings – The research carried out identified a wide range of challenges for the practical implementation of the public involvement in river basin planning as stated in the Water Framework Directive. The involvement of the public is critical for a successful implementation of the Water Framework Directive. Hence, public participation is greatly emphasised in the Directive. Article 14 of the Water Framework Directive requires that Member States encourage involvement of all stakeholders into the implementation process, especially into the River Basin Management Planning.Pract...read more
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