Assessing Better Regulation Reforms in the in Law Making Process: An Empirical Study of Greece's Compliance With Better Regulation Criteria From 2015 to 2023 and the Effects of Regulatory Framework Reforms
2026-07-09
Over the past decade, the better regulation agenda has emerged as a powerful instrument for enhancing the law‐making process across the EU. This paper empirically investigates Greece's adherence to better regulation principles, focusing on key aspects such as the regulatory text, public consultation processes, impact assessments, parliamentary procedures, and the activation of subordinate legislation. Utilizing a novel dataset spanning from 2015 to 2023, this study analyzes the developments in key better regulation principles following the enactment of two critical laws aimed at reforming Greece's lawmaking process. While notable progress has been observed in several areas, such as public consultations and the structure of the regulatory text, persistent shortcomings in amendments, impact assessments, and practical implementation remain. This analysis provides valuable insights into the dynamics of recent institutional reforms and their effectiveness in aligning Greece's legislative output with the overarching goals of better regulation.