13.08.2024
External evaluation of Northern Finland provincial programmes has started
The Regional Councils of Kainuu, Central Ostrobothnia, Lapland and Northern Ostrobothnia have launched an evaluation of the regional programmes for Northern Finland. The evaluation examines the effectiveness of the current provincial programmes, the success of their implementation and the need for reforms.
This thesis assesses the realization and impact of the objectives and programmes of four regional programmes (Kainuu, Central Ostrobothnia, Lapland and Northern Ostrobothnia) as part of the regional development steering system. Based on this, development recommendations will be formulated on the priorities of the future provincial programme. The evaluation includes both joint and provincial development proposals for the new provincial programmes for 2026-2029.
The regional programmes will be part of regional and provincial planning and development as a whole and will give concrete expression to the development needs and measures to respond to them in the coming years. The content and level of ambition of the provincial programmes 2022-2025 of the four counties under assessment highlight themes related to, for example, the sustainable development, vitality, accessibility and green transition of the regions. The programmes also focus on the development and inclusion of digital services. Overall, the objectives reflect the counties' efforts to respond to the challenges and opportunities presented by regional development and the national and global operating environment.
The assessment is based on documentary analysis, expert interviews, an electronic survey and participatory workshops. As part of the evaluation, representatives of regional councils, parties involved in the implementation of regional programmes and the views of key stakeholders are extensively consulted.
The evaluation is carried out by Owal Group Oy. The evaluation will be carried out between June and December 2024.
Further information:
Blueberry Pyykkönen
Manager, Owal Group Oy
sinikukka@owalgroup.com
Tel. 040 846 0846
Ilpo Tapaninen
Strategy Manager, Regional Council of Northern Ostrobothnia
ilpo.tapaninen@pohjois-pohjanmaa.fi
Tel. 050 301 7546
