Guidance

Considering the options for regulation

How to consider an appropriate range of options for a regulatory policy measure, including alternatives to regulation.

• From: Regulatory Policy Committee
• Published: 28 September 2020
• Last updated: 13 November 2025 — See all updates

Documents

RPC case histories: regulation options and alternatives

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Case history examples and recommendations from the Regulatory Policy Committee for government officials to consider under the Better Regulation Framework.

Published 28 September 2020

Last updated 13 November 2025 + show all updates

1. 13 November 2025

   Updated September 2025

2. 28 September 2020

   First published.