The Newfoundland government moved to put restaurant inspection reports online today, making them more publicly available.

Service NL Minister Nick McGrath told The Telegram the reports have always been available on request, but that access will now be easier.

Reporters were told that this is just one step in the government’s efforts to be more transparent.

Public engagement minister Keith Hutchings said the announcement today is, “all about making access easier.”

Representatives of the restaurant industry were at the government announcement, and embraced the move, saying it will bolster public confidence.