Awarded to the person whose original thought and work has served the public interest in developing a democratically accountable civil society during the previous 12 months.
For organisations that use new technology to enhance open debate and seek to change opinions and behaviour. Eligible sites include those run by pressure groups, lobbying firms, corporate public affairs departments and campaigning organisations.
For organisations that offer the most effective means of widely communicating the information demanded by a functioning democratic society in the Information Age.
For organisations using technology to implement changes that empower individuals locally. Eligible bodies include local authorities and other local government agencies such as health trusts, police authorities, etc.
For organisations using new technology to inform citizens and to create an inclusive process of policy formation. Eligible bodies include government departments.
Winner
Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions
http://www.detr.gov.uk
Nominees should be elected individuals who have taken advantage of technology to improve their relationship with the public. Eligible individuals include MPs, MEPs and local councillors.
Winner
Anne Campbell MP
http://www.worldserver.pipex.com/anne.campbell
