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A policy’s ambition matters, but outcomes depend on implementation: clear responsibilities, capable institutions, accessible information and feedback that arrives in time to improve delivery.
A policy can underperform when procedures are confusing or coordination is weak. Evaluation should distinguish activity from impact: money spent and applications processed do not always equal improved outcomes. Public trust grows when institutions explain objectives, publish results and respond to evidence.
Why it matters: A policy’s ambition matters, but outcomes depend on implementation: clear responsibilities, capable institutions, accessible information and feedback that arrives in time to improve delivery.