A major finding of the OECD Ministers' meeting in Venice yesterday is that if
economic growth is to be restored, the public sector productivity has to be
boosted and maximisation of returns on investment has to be
achieved.
“Strong political
commitment and leadership will be vital to reforming the public sector,” said
Aart de Geus, OECD Deputy Secretary-General. “Ministers recognise the role they
must play in delivering more effective public services.”
Ministers from
more than 20 countries discussed, among other issues, the need to strengthen
trust in government through more open and transparent engagement with citizens.
This would require reforms to enable the public sector to prepare more
effectively for future challenges and respond more quickly to changing needs and
reduced budgets.
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