The 'Cage of Rules' in Italy: Proposals to 'Unlock' It

Abstract

In Italy, there is currently a serious regulatory problem; notably in the economic field; due to the complexity, quality, and effectiveness of rules. In order to improve regulation and consolidate certainty of law, an important contribution may be offered by the actual and effective application of RIA and ex-post regulatory analysis, which determine utility and effectiveness of the rules, and verify whether the whole regulatory framework is coherent and up to date, as well as by the consultation of interested parties. Simplification and broadcasting of the approval process of regulations of the Government and Parliament are necessary as well. It is important that all this is undertaken in a joint and coordinated manner, because an individual change will unlikely occur and would be, anyhow, useless.