The objectives of this review are to provide Defra management with an evidenced view of RPA's activities, and the options open to the department as a result, taking account of the following key elements:
• To ensure that the RPA is well-positioned to implement any changes brought about in the Common Agricultural Policy from 2013;
• The need to demonstrate a sensible Return on Investment (ROI) in any imminent or new decisions; and
• The need to avoid any deterioration in the RPA’s current ability to make payments to farmers.
http://www.defra.gov.uk/news/2009/090902b.htm