Misty Howell

Understanding Public Policy: International Perspectives Misty Howell

Public policy is a framework of principles that guide the actions of the executive branches of the state in accordance with law and institutional customs. It is based on national constitutional laws and regulations. It is incorporated in constitutions, judicial decisions and legislative acts. Public policy making involves the identification of public problems and design of the strategies to counter these through the drafting of new public policy or amending the existing one. The factors influencing public policy making are of social, economic or political nature. This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to public policy. The topics included in this book are of the utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to the readers. It will serve as a reference to professionals and students engaged in this fields.