Government adopts 2022 plan for analysis, assessment and research to support decision-making

NordenBladet — On Thursday 25 November, the Government adopted a decision on the 2022 plan for analysis, assessment and research in support of its decision-making.The objective of the Government plan for analysis, assessment and research in support of decision-making is to ensure that there is a strong and horizontal knowledge base to support decision-making in society. The plan guides analysis, assessment and research activities towards key priority areas that will help to implement the Programme of Prime Minister Marin’s Government.The information needs detailed in the plan have been identified in the ministries, and some information needs have been specified in more detail through open co-creation.The plan consists of the following eight main elements and the analysis, assessment and research themes selected for them, along with reservations for other information needs to be specified later:Finland as a sustainable economyCarbon neutral Finland that protects biodiversity; housing policyGlobally influential FinlandSafe and secure Finland built on the rule of law – its development and defence policyDynamic and thriving Finland, transport networks and agricultureFinland built on trust and labour market equalityFair, equal and inclusive FinlandFinland that promotes competence, education, culture and innovationGovernanceOther information needsThe Prime Minister’s Office and the designated ministries for the different themes are responsible for implementing the plan in collaboration with the Government working group for the coordination of research, foresight and assessment activities. An appropriation of EUR 9 million will be allocated for the implementation of the plan. The plan addresses the priority areas and topics for analysis, assessment and research and includes financial estimates and divisions of responsibilities for preparation and guidance.The studies and research projects will be put out to open tender. Relevance, usability, project quality, expertise of the project implementers, adequacy of resources, communications and information management are used as the selection criteria for commissioned studies and projects. The application period will open on 30 November 2021, and this will be announced later.