Examining the Impact of Transparency Portals on Media Coverage

This study examined the use of data from a transparency portal in media coverage high-profile case alleged public procurement irregularities Spain. Access to Twitter API was used identify relevant URLs related this issue. It found that direct links were low relevance, and most linked documents did not even mention availability portal. Qualitative analysis revealed frequent topics as an authoritative argument endorse information, statement contain sufficient information for journalistic purposes, absence on third parties involved procurement. is recommended governments promote existence Portals make outlets aware providing original beneficial their reporting. In addition, open should be ensure accuracy transparency.