3.1  Whether the project is effective in meeting Government’s objectives

Is the proposed project consistent with:

•  The agency’s budget, service objectives and delivery strategy?

•  The government’s short and longer term policy objectives for that agency or portfolio?

•  The government’s legislation and policies relating to employment and the environment?

•  Concurrent government initiatives/projects (potential for extra benefits/synergies or detriment/conflicts)?

•  Economic and regional development in the area concerned, including investment and employment growth?