Government is the single most pervasive institution of modern life, with all facets affected by public sector activities. Over the last 100 years, government sp

Abstract: Government spending in developing countries typically account for between 15 and 30 percent of GDP. Hence, small changes in the efficiency of public s

It is generally acknowledged that the government’s output is difficult to define and its value is hard to measure. The practical solution, adopted by national

After a detailed account of reform experiences in several countries and the public debate regarding government reform, the study closes with an outlook on the f