Intergovernmental Relations Act, 2012 (Cap. 5G). Country/Territory Kenya Document type Legislation Date 2012 Source FAO, FAOLEX Long titleAn Act of Parliament to establish a framework for consultation and co-operation between the national and county governments and amongst county governments; to establish mechanisms for the resolution of intergovernmental disputes pursuant to Articles 6 and 189 of the Constitution, and for connected purposes. Subject General Keyword Agricultural development Policy/planning Institution Access-to-information Access and benefit-sharing Governance Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Dispute settlement Geographical area Africa, Eastern Africa Abstract This Act provides for an administrative framework for the coordination and enhancement of cooperation between the national government and county governments and between county governments. The Act establish institutional structures and mechanisms for intergovernmental relations and gives effect to Articles 187 and 200 of the Constitution, in respect of the transfer of functions and powers by one level of government to another, including the transfer of legislative powers from the national government to the county governments. It also provides for a mechanism for the resolution of intergovernmental disputes where they arise. Principles of intergovernmental relations include: the promotion of accountability to the people in decision making and actions taken; promotion of equality and equity in service delivery; and institutionalized protection of marginalized groups. The Act establishes the National and County Government Co-ordinating Summit, which shall be the apex body for intergovernmental relations. Full text English Website www.kenyalaw.org References - Legislation Implements Constitution of Kenya, 2010. Legislation | Kenya | 2010 Keyword: Protection of environment, Cultural heritage, Human rights, Agricultural development, Policy/planning, Governance, Access-to-justice, Constitutional amendment, Traditional rights/customary rights, Gender, Local government, Property rights, Public participation, Sustainable development, Biodiversity, Pollution control, Environmental planning, Enforcement/compliance, Right to clean/healthy environment, Food quality control/food safety, Right to food, Food security, Land tenure, Institution, Freshwater resources management, Sustainable use, Right to water Source: FAO, FAOLEX Implemented by The Intergovernmental Relations (Alternative Dispute Resolution) Regulations. Legal Notice no. 4 of 2021. Legislation | Kenya | 2021 Keyword: Court/tribunal, Dispute settlement, Local government, Sub-national agreement, Institution Source: FAO, FAOLEX