with newspapers. Others provided that although they consult websites and submit requests for information is it still challenging as some public bodies websites do not provide up to date information and the process for requesting information directly can be very long; and even when information is provided they are not comprehensive or relevant. MEDIUMS USED FOR ACCESSING INFORMATION Websites/ google Press releases TV/newspapers/radio 13% Facebook/ social media Request for infromtaion 19% 2% 31% 35% In 2018, SLRC submitted a review of exchange of information in the public sector.165The review focuses on information exchange between government agencies only. It did not explore the exchange of information between public bodies and the public. Therefore Samoa does not have in place a freedom of information legislation or policy. The regulation of information sharing between government and the public is managed through internal processes and practices. This is through their websites, newsletters, press releases and media conferences and programmes. The Public Administration Sector Communication Strategy 2021-2025 outlines processes and systems for sharing information including process for ensuring Government’s timely response to questions from media and public as well as provide guidance for managing misreporting.166 Some government agencies have set up information spaces in their offices for public use to access government websites with all necessary information including government policies etc.167 Moreover, there have been efforts by whole of government including ministries, state-owned enterprises and standalone agencies to strengthen systems and mainstream communications with the creation of a 165 Samoa Law Reform Commission, Review of the Exchange of Information in the Public Sector Final Report (2018) https://www.samoalawreform.gov.ws/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Review-of-the-Exchange-of-Information.pdf. 166 MPMC written submission. See also Public Service Commission, Public Administration Sector Communication Strategy 2021-2025 (2020) https://www.psc.gov.ws/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Public-Administration-Sector-CommunicationStrategy_Revised_Final_July-2021.pdf. 167 MPMC written submission. State of Human Rights Report 2021 | 41