Regulatory Oversight
/ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪtəri ˈoʊvərsaɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) The systematic supervision and monitoring by regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
The company's financial practices came under regulatory oversight to prevent fraud.
- (n.) The authority and processes through which regulators enforce legal standards and correctness in specific industries or sectors.
Regulatory oversight of environmental policies is crucial to sustainable development.
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Commentary
Regulatory oversight typically implies an ongoing, structured process beyond mere regulation, emphasizing enforcement and accountability mechanisms.
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