Improving strategic approaches through enhanced co-ordination and better use of evidence in Northern Ireland

This chapter is the first of two chapters to discuss the theme of improving strategic approaches as the first of Northern Ireland’s thematic priorities for this Public Governance Review. This chapter assesses Northern Ireland’s capacity to pursue its strategic objectives for its people and society in key social and economic areas. This chapter notes several factors which contribute to effective public policy and programmes including the ability to co-ordinate across administrative silos and evidence-based decision making and performance monitoring.