Policy streams

Policy streams refer to the ongoing development and evolution of ideas, solutions, and options that policymakers consider when addressing issues. Think of it as a continuous flow of proposals, research, and strategies generated by experts, analysts, and stakeholders. These streams remain active in the background, but they only become influential when they align with political will and societal needs, creating opportunities for new policies to be adopted. Essentially, policy streams represent the pool of potential actions available, waiting for the right moment when all factors—ideas, politics, and problems—come together to support change.