Responsive regulation and developing economies

John Braithwaite*

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    Abstract

    Developing states with limited regulatory capacity might benefit from a responsive approach to regulation. Responsive regulation is a democratic ideal, incorporating notions of deliberative democracy and restorative justice. Responsive regulation conducted by regulatory networks of governmental and non-governmental actors allows for networking around capacity deficits. NGOs play a vital role in this kind of regulation. By utilizing NGOs and local social pressure, developing countries might develop a "regulatory society" model, bypassing the regulatory state. Where capacity remains limited, private bounty hunting (such as fees for successful private prosecutions) may become an appealing tool for achieving certain regulatory objectives.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)884-898
    Number of pages15
    JournalWorld Development
    Volume34
    Issue number5 SPEC. ISS.
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - May 2006

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