Evidence based policy making = policy initiatives are supported by research evidence and trial basis policies are evaluated rigorously (Plewis 2000)

Evidence if useful for predicting the likely effectiveness of a policy before implementation.
It is also useful for evaluating the effectiveness of a policy or pilot policy and advise on how best to alter policies for maximum effectiveness. Evaluation is key for continued improvement of policies.
Dunsire, 1986, said that the need for up to date accurate information that is relevant and about the actual performance of the policy is crucial in building the capacity to improve policy in the light of information.
Evaluation is usually structured around 2 questions: does it work? how can we make it work best?

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