The Policy Cycle - Policy Compliance

6 important questions on The Policy Cycle - Policy Compliance

What are the 5 theories of compliance? (why does someone comply or not comply)

  • Subjective-rational actor model (deterrence theory)
  • Theory of opportunity
  • Theory of social ties
  • Theory of internalization by learning
  • Theory of voluntary compliance

What is the core of the subjective-rational actor model (deterrence theory)?

Compliance is a conscious choice for an attractive alternative. The intervention in objective and subjective (expected) consequences. Intervention in expected consequences have a higher influence (publication of malpractice is much more effective than financial penalties)

What is the core of the opportunity theory?

The more the situation prevents offence (overtreding), the less it will take place
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What is the core proposition of the social ties theory?

Deviation of norms will appear if norms and values are insufficiently transmitted, or if an individual is insensitive to social control

What is the core proposition of the learning theory?

Both compliant and non-compliant attitudes and behaviour can be learned but unlearned too, both under external pressure

What is the core proposition of the voluntary compliance theory?

One values and norms are internalized, people tend to comply voluntarily with norms (moral obligation)

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