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OECD member countries are investing significant resources in the development of regulatory policies and reform programmes. Do the reforms succeed in improving the quality of regulations? Do they stimulate investment, foster economic growth, reduce systemic risks, improve the environment, health and overall quality of life?
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This 2012 edition includes new sections on the institutionalisation of regulatory governance in states and municipalities and the political economy of reform. It includes case studies about citizen councils established in different states and on good practices to implement the recommendations of the 2010 edition.
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This programme on international regulatory co-operation assists countries in developing methods and practices to ensure greater international co-ordination of rules and their application.
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Regulatory policy is about achieving government's objectives through the use of regulations, laws, and other instruments to deliver better economic and social outcomes and thus enhance the life of citizens and business.
Recommendation of the OECD Council on Regulatory Policy and Governance
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The Recommendation is the first international instrument to address regulatory policy, management and governance as a whole-of-government activity that can be addressed by sectoral ministries, regulatory and competition agencies.
The Recommendation sets out the measures that Governments can and should take to support the implementation and advancement of systemic regulatory reform to deliver regulations that meet public policy objectives and will have a positive impact on the economy and society.
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Measuring regulatory performance |
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Promote the co-ordination of rules and their enforcement |
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Share experiences and good practices in economic regulation |
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Assessing the benefits of regulatory reform for citizens and business |
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Risk and regulatory policy |
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Review the stock of regulations to reduce unnecessary burdens |
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Integrate RIAs in the development of new regulations |
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Effectively assess and manage risks |
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