Public consultation is most useful while a rule can still change
The OECD’s regulatory outlook examines when governments seek input and how they use it.
The OECD's regulatory policy outlook examines how governments gather feedback on proposed rules. Consultation can identify costs, practical problems and groups affected in ways that an initial draft did not capture.
Timing affects how much the feedback can influence. Early consultation can help officials compare options, while later consultation can test the wording of a specific proposal. Publishing what changed after the consultation helps readers see how the process informed the final rule.