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The president is granted alarming powers under the Insurrection Act, making it ripe for abuse. Check out our latest podcast featuring a discussion on possible reforms, with an expert panel including Jack Goldsmith, Hawa Allan, Joseph Nunn, and Elizabeth Goitein: 

Can the ‘Revolving Door’ be adopted as a policy in the Lebanese context? The ‘Revolving Door’ concept refers to the movement of individuals between roles in government and positions in the private sector, or vice versa, and is common in countries with well-established regulatory systems and transparent governance. When considering whether it can be adopted as a policy in the Lebanese context, several factors must be considered. First, we need to consider Lebanon’s ongoing struggle with corruption and lack of transparency. Without proper safeguards, a revolving door policy could worsen these issues, allowing private interests to influence public policy in ways that are neither fair nor transparent. This could be risky, especially in a country where trust in government is already fragile. For such a policy to work, Lebanon would need to introduce strict regulations. These could include cooling-off periods (where government officials are prevented from immediately moving into private sector roles), full disclosure of past employment, and strong rules against conflicts of interest. Otherwise, it could lead to greater public mistrust. On the flip side, this policy could actually benefit Lebanon by bringing skilled professionals from the private sector into government roles, helping to modernize and strengthen public institutions. But again, this would only work if ethical standards are upheld and the right safeguards are in place. Countries that have implemented the revolving door successfully, like the U.S. and in the EU, have managed to do so because they have clear and enforced regulations. Lebanon would need to follow suit, adopting best practices to ensure transparency and accountability. Otherwise, it could backfire. Of course, for this to happen, there needs to be political will. And in Lebanon, where the political landscape is so fragmented and there are many entrenched interests, that kind of reform could face resistance. But with the right push—from both the public and international actors—it’s possible. While the revolving door policy could, in theory, enhance the flow of talent between the private and public sectors in Lebanon, it would require strong regulatory safeguards, transparency, and commitment to combat corruption. Without these protections, the policy could be more harmful than beneficial in the Lebanese context.

Scrutiny 101 🎙️ What is a Public Hearing and how can you influence what Scrutiny Panels ask Government Ministers? Listen to the latest #StatesAssembly podcast episode featuring Andy, a Committee and Panel Officer, as we deep dive into everything you need to know about Hearings and more: bit.ly/4c0cpNl 🎧

Staying up to date on policy developments can be hard given the vast amount information floating around What has helped me is listening to podcasts Here are 4 podcasts that will help you stay on top of national and international policy developments 1) 3 Things by The Indian Express 2)Today Explained by Vox 3) Moneycontrol Podcast 4) In Focus by The Hindu Links to these in the first comment #publicpolicy #policymaking #policy

So, what do #conveyancers think about the amended Property Information Form? An assault on caveat emptor or a storm in a teacup? #conveyancing #realestate #solicitors #licensedconveyancers

It strikes me that the Universities Accord Panel's final report will be very difficult for government to implement, and that makes it less likely the report will deliver the long-term change the sector is seeking. But first just to clarify, the fact that I think it will be difficult for government to implement does not mean I disagree with some of the report's key recommendations - and I'll have more to say about that on a future episode of the podcast. For now though - here's where I think some of the problems with the report's recommendations lie: https://lnkd.in/gtz6yvQS

Some interesting discussion in here is PAGA has impacted your business.

This month we've heard two updates on the 'Closing the Gap' initiative, aimed at improving the lives of First Nations people to be more in line with other Australians. But it's not good news – the Government is at risk of not meeting their goals, and actually going backwards in some areas Listen to The Daily Aus podcast here #auspol > https://loom.ly/nLVw0Do

New podcast: Listen to Jack Goldsmith, Hawa Allan, and Joseph Nunn talk with Elizabeth Goitein about how, without urgent reforms, the Insurrection Act is a threat to civil liberties and American democracy:

What happens when a young professional takes on the postal giant? Find out in our latest podcast episode "Going Postal." It's a must-watch for anyone interested in public policy and reform. https://lnkd.in/eSPWXmwD #GovernmentDebate