With the task of ensuring the sufficient provision of funds for provision of public security, finance ministries can positively impact the delivery of public security by ensuring the effective management of funds earmarked for security providers.

Once governments and democratic institutions have established budget lines for security providers, finance ministries can ensure that a variety of financial management and anti-corruption systems are in place to ensure transparent and effective use of scarce financial resources.

Finance ministries may also have responsibilities within the realm of security provision: customs are often incorporated into a border service framework and provide a law enforcement service.

Resources

UNDP and World Bank, Security Sector Expenditure Review Sourcebook, (forthcoming 2016).