Right, the general point I think is on cost and consultation.

"But now many of them are having to depend on consultation and exchange."

A final decision would depend on reports and further consultations, he said.

Such training should include some focus on consultation, participation and decision-making.

Unfortunately, no matter which way you look at it, European legislation on information and consultation is not strong enough.

Personally, I think the whole process should be based on wide consultation of all the players and interested parties.

That is the aim of the Commission's proposal on information and consultation.

What information can I get on consultations through info4local?

We also want to see the general framework on information and consultation adopted as a matter of urgency.

Thank you for the progress on consultation you have made to date.