How to Regulate: A Guide for Policymakers Thomas A. Lambert is an English-language printed study book aimed at professionals and policymakers. This book provides a clear analysis of regulation and market functioning with the goal of maximizing social welfare.
Lambert discusses how regulation can go too far or fall short in addressing market failures. He develops a systematic approach to effective regulation, examining the diagnosis of the underlying problem, possible solutions, and their associated side effects. This practical handbook is essential for anyone who wants to understand how good regulation works and contributes to social well-being.
The content connects with themes within international public law, humanitarian law, and general areas of law. The book is a valuable guide for policymakers, students, and professionals who want to look beyond the simplistic pro- and anti-regulation debates.