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Research

PSIRU releases brief on "categorical errors on water renationalisation"

6 Jun 2017

This PSIRU Brief, written by Emanuele Lobina, discusses some of the categorical errors mainstream economists make in predicting the outcome of water renationalisation. It argues that these errors are due to the misrepresentation of the ethos and motivation of the public and private sectors.

Renationalisation is needed to tackle water poverty

23 May 2017

This PSIRU Brief, written by Emanuele Lobina, shows that water privatisation in England and Wales has led to a concerning increase in water poverty, and that economic regulator Ofwat is part of the problem. It argues that renationalisation is needed to tackle water poverty.

PSI research paper explores options for sustainable and fair local and regional government funding

3 Apr 2017

PSI has just published a research briefing note that reviews options for local and regional governments (LRGs) to sustainably and progressively fund quality public services for local communities and tackle the challenges posed by rapid urbanization and increasing demands placed upon LRGs  in a context of shrinking resources, corporate tax avoidance and rising city and territory-based tax competition. The brief summarizes the related discussion paper, which is open for comments and contributions till the end of May 2017.

PPPs and the SDGs: Dont believe the hype!

30 Aug 2016

This study, written by Jeff Powell of the Public Services International Research Unit at Greenwich University, draws on extensive research and outlines a range of issues with PPPs which are often ignored including the lack of real efficiency gains, higher long term costs and the rife opportunities for corruption.

PSI briefing: The Future of Health

13 Jan 2017

PSI has commissioned a new briefing entitled “The Future of Health: Person Centred Care in Policy and Practice”, by Kate Baylis, SOAS, University of London.

Spotlight on Sustainable Development 2016

12 Jan 2017

PSI is a partner of the Reflection Group on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and together with other civil society organizations and networks has produced the first annual Spotlight Report assessing the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the structural obstacles in its realization.

Photo: Cambie Clinic, nominated for 2015 Privatization Scam of the Year - NUPGE

New Forms of Privatization

12 Jan 2017

PSI affiliate, The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE), Canada, has released an update of a report on privatisation and emerging threats to public services—New Forms of Privatization. While privatisation schemes may be changing, the motivation has not. “Privatisation is still about helping wealthy corporations or individuals make a profit at the public’s expense,” said Larry Brown, NUPGE President

Rights acquired by LGBTI workers in Latin America

8 Dec 2015

This booklet was produced in collaboration with LGBTI groups in Latin America and covers the rights acquired by LGBTI workers in Latin American countries including social security rights and labour rights.

LGBTI Public policies in Latin America

8 Dec 2015

This booklet was produced in collaboration with LGBTI groups in Latin America and covers the advancement of LGBTI policies in Latin America focusing on the actions public authorities can take and on the approval of legislation to guarantee rights

Checkmate to corruption: Making the case for a wide-ranging initiative on whistleblower protection

9 Dec 2016

On International Anti-corruption Day, PSI is launching a new report: Checkmate to corruption: Making the case for a wide-ranging initiative on whistleblower protection – which contributes to the debate and provides arguments, evidence, and examples on how a robust protection for whistleblowers with the active support of trade unions is a major – if not the most important – tool to fight corruption.