As of 2023, Denmark leads EU countries with the highest share of individuals obtaining information from public authority websites at 85%. Finland and Norway follow at 78%, with Sweden and the Netherlands trailing slightly behind. While growth in these countries remains strong, a slight downward trend is visible in countries like Luxembourg, Austria, and Germany at around 50%. Significant engagement below 50% is evident in Spain, France, and Hungary.
Future trends to watch include continued digital integration and possible regulatory changes influencing public digital engagement. The evolving technological landscape may also boost public authority web platforms' accessibility and usability, thereby increasing engagement across EU countries.
Top countries in EU Countries with the Highest Share of Individuals Obtaining Information from Public Authorities Web Sites
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 85 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 78 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 78 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 74 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 72 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 67 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 66 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 55 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 53 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 53 | 2016 |
