Introductory Handbook for Undertaking Regulatory Impact Analysis

This handbook provides practical guidance on using Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA) as a way of improving regulatory quality and, as a result, government effectiveness and efficiency.

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Building an Institutional Framework for Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA): Guidance for Policy Makers

This report draws on the work of the OECD, which has published extensively on the RIA practices of OECD members. In addition, it draws upon and references relevant literature covering different aspects of RIA design and implementation including case studies and research papers, as well as international technical analyses prepared by international organisations, government and academic institutions, and consulting firms working on

Public-Private Partnerships: In Pursuit of Risk Sharing and Value for Money

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Brazil: Strengthening governance for growth - Executive summary

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