Responsive Regulation

/ˈrɛspɒnsɪv ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A regulatory approach that emphasizes cooperation and dialogue between regulators and regulatees to improve compliance and adapt rules dynamically.
    The agency adopted responsive regulation to better engage businesses in meeting legal standards.

Forms

  • responsive regulation

Commentary

Responsive regulation balances enforcement with flexibility, encouraging voluntary compliance by adjusting regulatory strategies based on behavior and context.

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