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The basis for the functioning of a modern society is knowledge and information. A significant role in creating the concept of an information society is played by government and local government level public administration. The aim of this article is to identify the role of public administration staff in building just such an information society. This article discusses question relating to desirable directions of change linked with the introduction of the concept of the information society, the role and tasks of public sector administration in introducing the concept of the information society, and barriers and challenges facing public sector administration connected with the introduction of this concept.