Path for the Public Finances, 2017: Fiscal Risks

This conference took place on 30 March 2017 and focused on the theme of Fiscal Risks. Knowing, quantifying, communicating and, finally, mitigating relevant risks are challenges posed in managing the public finances prudently.

Programme and Speakers

• IFAC Conference Programme 2017

Presentations

• Fiscal Risk Analysis & Management – Brian Olden, Fiscal Affairs Department IMF
• Dealing with Fiscal Risks OECD experiences – Ronnie Downes, Budgeting and Public Expenditures OECD
• IFAC’s Approach to Assessing Fiscal Risks in Ireland – Eddie Casey, Irish Fiscal Advisory Council

Panel Discussion

• José Luis Escrivá, Independent Authority for Fiscal Responsibility (AIReF) Spain – AIReF’s View on Fiscal Risks Assessment
• Rossa White, National Treasury Management Agency – Presentation 
• Robert Chote, Office for Budget Responsibility UK – Fiscal Risk Analysis in the UK
• Karl Whelan, University College Dublin