Public Policy and Appraisal

Change is an ever present in our lives, whether it be from Government policy addressing market failures or pursuing wider policy objectives, or businesses looking to make new investments. Economics has some pretty interesting things to say about change, and we work with decision makers to provide them with a robust and evidence based understanding of:

• The scale of the issue they are trying to address
• The likely effects and which intervention is likely to be best if the action hasn’t happened, or
• if a change has already happened, whether it is having the desired effects or whether there are unintended consequences

To answer these questions, we used a mix of skills and experience. We are well versed in the established techniques for appraisal and impact assessments. Because we have a close and intimate knowledge of the policy making process, we are able to apply our technical and sectoral knowledge to bring you more than just a dry understanding of the art of appraisal. We bring you insight, clarity and policy focused advice.

By conducting a proper appraisal we can help you identify and therefore mitigate any unintended effects so that your change has the maximum intended benefits.

Whether you are looking at option appraisal, cost-benefit analysis or impact assessment we can help. We have advised Government’s, regulators, businesses and administrations across the world.