Policy is key reading for the student studying the subject, the public official or community activist engaged in making policy, and the interested member of the public who wants to know where policy comes from, and why it matters. This book offers a critical analysis of the place of policy in the way we are governed.
The creation of devolved assemblies and parliament for Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland empowered government in each country to promote equality of opportunity. This book explores the impact of this constitutional change in the UK in respect to public policy and law.
Collaboration between governments, business and the voluntary and community sectors is now central to the way public policy is made, managed and delivered. This book provides a comprehensive and authoritative account of the theory, policy and practice of collaboration.
Documents the dynamics of local government transformation and captures the key themes of the debates about policy options, lessons and key strategic decisions. This text is suitable for government officials, students, researchers, specialists, community leaders, businesses and the general reader.