Why the RPC matters – because independent scrutiny improves UK regulation
This is the final post in our series answering the simple but important question: why does the RPC matter?
This is the final post in our series answering the simple but important question: why does the RPC matter?
How the Regulatory Policy Committee’s independent scrutiny supports democratic accountability
This is the second post in our series on "Why the RPC matters" explaining the importance of our independent scrutiny.
This is the first post in a new series on ‘Why the RPC matters’ from our Chair, Stephen Gibson, explaining the importance of our independent scrutiny.
The Better Regulation Framework requires departments to assess how policies affect market competition. Regulations can inadvertently harm consumers and growth by creating barriers for new businesses and innovative competitors. Policymakers should use the CMA's checklist to identify competition impacts and explore alternatives that protect smaller firms and potential market entrants.