Analysis on Public Spending and Public Services relates to how HM Treasury advises ministers on both the level and the composition of how taxpayers’ money is spent. Within this we are interested in driving improved outcomes and efficiency across key public services and departments; ensuring value for money is at the centre for decision-making through better data, analysis and evaluation; and putting the public finances on a strong and sustainable footing.
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Funded by: ESRC
Lead research organisation: University of Edinburgh
The project focuses on the transformation of public debt management, which is directly related to optimizing debt collection for the government.
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Funded by: Innovate UK
Lead research organisation: DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
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Funded by: COVID
Lead research organisation: University of Strathclyde
The project focuses on examining the fiscal frameworks of devolved governments in response to COVID-19, which is partially relevant to optimizing debt collection for the government.