Cutting red tape and improving business conditions have become a priority in OECD countries. This study of the Netherlands, one of the front runners in the field, is the first OECD review of a national program for administrative simplification. The report describes the key features of the Dutch program including the measurement of burdens, the use of incentives and targets, and whole-of-government coordination. The OECD assessment of the success of the Dutch program is based on comparisons with other countries, and on evidence of the economic impact of reforms. The report explores options for future work on administrative simplification relevant to OECD countries, highlighting the need to communicate better with stakeholders, cover compliance costs for business more broadly, and look at burdens on citizens and administrations.--Publisher's description.
"The report was prepared by Flemming Norling Olsen"--Acknowledgements.
Bibliography (note)
Includes bibliographical references.
Additional Formats (note)
Available both in print and online.
Language (note)
Executive summary also in French.
Processing Action (note)
committed to retain
Contents
Context -- International trends in administrative simplification -- Administrative simplification in the Netherlands, 2003-06 -- Results to date -- Assessment of strengths and weaknesses -- Recommendations.