policyidé
Policyidé is a term used in public policy discourse to denote the core idea or normative foundation behind a policy proposal. It refers to the conceptual framing that justifies why a policy should exist, what values it seeks to advance, and what trade-offs are acceptable. The term blends policy with idé (idea) and is used in some Scandinavian and European discussions to distinguish the underlying rationale from the concrete measures enacted.
In practice, a policyidé guides design choices, performance goals, and evaluation criteria. It helps policymakers, stakeholders,
Examples: a climate policyidé might prioritize decarbonization within a fair transition, while preserving affordability for households;
Criticism notes that policyidé can be vague, easily conflated with ideology, or used rhetorically without concrete
See also: policy analysis, policy idea, ideation in public administration, policy entrepreneurship.