... solution to a problem that affects the whole or a segment of the public. Every policy has objectives and these are made in line with the achievement of the solutions. Policy analysis is an essential tool in policy formulation. It has been widely emphasised that several actors are involved in public policy formulation ranging from politicians to civil servants including the general public represented by elected members. Among the key players in policy formulation are the civil servants. They constitute part of the key policy makers. Their substantial role in policy making is that of their position at the core of government. The dominance of civil servants as key policy makers is highlighted through the influence of numbers, superior knowledge, control of information, permanence despite change of government and ability to work away from the glare of publicity that surrounds politicians. Public policy defines the objectives and tasks of public ...

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