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The Regulatory Craft

Controlling Risks, Solving Problems, and Managing Compliance
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The Regulatory Craft by Malcolm K. Sparrow is a guide for regulatory professionals, blending theory with practical insights. The book discusses how to tackle complex regulatory challenges effectively, focusing on risk management, compliance, and enforcement. It aims to equip regulators with strategies to improve public safety and policy outcomes while promoting innovation and efficiency.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in understanding how regulatory strategies can be effectively designed and implemented in complex environments. It offers insights into managing public risk and solving regulatory problems, making it appealing for those engaged in public policy or governance.

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The Regulatory Craft

Tackles one of the most pressing public policy issues of our time - the reform of regulatory and enforcement practice. Malcolm K. Sparrow shows how the vogue prescriptions for reform fail to take account of the distinctive character of regulatory responsibilities - which involve the delivery of obligations rather than just services.

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This books tackles one of the most pressing public policy issues of our time—the reform of regulatory and enforcement practice. Malcolm K. Sparrow shows how the vogue prescriptions for reform (centered on concepts of customer service and process improvement) fail to take account of the distinctive character of regulatory responsibilities which involve the delivery of obligations rather than just services.

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Malcolm K. Sparrow presents a compelling perspective on regulatory reform, focusing on balancing accountability with effective results in public programmes. The book is recommended for legal and government personnel and offers both an insightful and optimistic view of regulation, appealing to scholars and practitioners who may find it thought-provoking and inspiring.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780815780656

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2000

Country: United States

Imprint: Brookings Institution

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 222.0mm

Weight: 531g

Pages: 372

About the Author

Malcolm K. Sparrow is Professor of the Practice of Public Management at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. He is Faculty Chair of the School's Executive Programs on regulation and enforcement, corruption control, policing, and counter-terrorism.

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