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Measuring the merits of privatization
Monday, July 5th, 2010
Jul 05 2010
For opponents, any outsourcing or privatization of public services is seen as leading to deteriorating service standards and working conditions. The disaster of Walkerton and the rapidly escalating tolls on Highway 407 are often pointed to as illustrations… Conversely, privatization promoters argue that asset sales can raise much needed funds for government, improve the efficiency of public service delivery, and reduce the potential for disruptive labour stoppages… Here is a list of eight criteria that should be used when assessing the merits of privatizing a public asset.
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