Verité Research launches second Budget Proposals Hub ahead of 2027 Budget
Summarised by AI from 1 article
Verité Research has launched the second edition of its 'Budget Proposals Hub', inviting the public and organizations to submit proposals for the 2027 National Budget. The initiative follows a successful first edition ahead of the 2026 budget, which drew ideas ranging from a national program for Ceylon Cinnamon medicinal products to toilets at bus stops.
The hub addresses Sri Lanka's weak public participation in budget processes: the country scored only 9 out of 100 in the 2025 Open Budget Survey. The platform offers three ways to engage: submitting a full proposal, sharing an idea for development assistance, or voting on uploaded proposals.
