CONTINUITY OF PUBLIC SERVICES IN ROMANIA: LEGAL CHALLENGES AND INSTITUTIONAL IMPLICATIONS IN THE CONTEXT OF SYSTEMIC DYSFUNCTIONALITY
CONTINUITY OF PUBLIC SERVICES IN ROMANIA: LEGAL CHALLENGES AND INSTITUTIONAL IMPLICATIONS IN THE CONTEXT OF SYSTEMIC DYSFUNCTIONALITY

Summary/Abstract: In any democratic state, public services play an important role, serving as a fundamental pillar not only for its functioning, but also for ensuring the well-being of its citizens. Today, one of the main objectives of the state is to address the needs and fundamental rights of all citizens, with public services being the means through which this goal is achieved. Through these services, the state not only ensures equitable and quality access to education, healthcare, infrastructure, and social protection, but this access is also considered essential for the development of any society. This article aims to analyze the challenges faced by public administration in Romania in ensuring the continuity of public services, a fundamental principle of administrative law. In this context, the main causes of dysfunctions are identified, such as underfunding, political instability, the lack of coherent public policies, strikes, and a shortage of resources. All the consequences of these disruptions have significant repercussions on citizens and institutions, leading to violations of fundamental rights and, not least, the loss of public trust in state authorities and the public sector. At the end of the article, concrete solutions are proposed to strengthen the state's ability to provide continuous and efficient public services. Therefore, the study advocates for a coherent reform of the public sector in Romania, based on responsibility, professionalism, and institutional resilience.

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