Network component of public communication of regional authorities: the example of the Saratov region

This research paper is devoted to the consideration of the processes of digitalisation and networking of public communication between regional authorities and society, which are topical for Russia. These processes can be traced especially clearly on the example of the Saratov region, where network channels for monitoring and processing of public enquiries are actively developed and applied. The regional SDC, relevant websites and information resources in social networks, which not only publish the necessary information about the decisions taken, but also carry out consultative interaction with the civil population of the region, are working. The article analyses the current legislative base of public communication of regional authorities of the Saratov region in the network space, considers its problematic aspects, and offers relevant recommendations.