Quangos Accountability And Reform

Author : Martin J. Smith,Matthew V. Flinders
Publisher : Springer
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781349270279

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Quangos, Accountability and Reform by Martin J. Smith,Matthew V. Flinders Pdf

Quangos are now a permanent layer of governance in Britain. This collection challenges the stale debate which portrays quangos as inherently undemocratic. Whilst accepting that problems exist this book accepts that quangos are here to stay. Through a collection of chapters by practitioners, politicians and academics it recognises both the pitfalls and potential offered by these bodies. The book therefore illuminates a new perspective on the debate which for the first time highlights the democratic possibilities of quangos. The book advances and clarifies this complex debate by examining the British reform debate in an international context, and blends theoretical analysis with illuminating case studies from Quango Chief Executives and concrete proposals for reform.

Author : Martin J. Smith,Matthew V. Flinders
Publisher : Palgrave Macmillan
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1998-11-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0333724887

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Quangos, Accountability and Reform by Martin J. Smith,Matthew V. Flinders Pdf

Quangos are now a permanent layer of governance in Britain. This collection challenges the stale debate which portrays quangos as inherently undemocratic. Whilst accepting that problems exist this book accepts that quangos are here to stay. Through a collection of chapters by practitioners, politicians and academics it recognises both the pitfalls and potential offered by these bodies. The book therefore illuminates a new perspective on the debate which for the first time highlights the democratic possibilities of quangos. The book advances and clarifies this complex debate by examining the British reform debate in an international context, and blends theoretical analysis with illuminating case studies from Quango Chief Executives and concrete proposals for reform.

Author : Kevin R. Kosar
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781437938098

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Quasi Government by Kevin R. Kosar Pdf

This is a print on demand edition of a hard to find publication. An overview of federally related entities that possess legal characteristics of both the governmental and private sectors. These hybrid org. (e.g., Fannie Mae, Nat. Park Fdn.), referred to in this report as the ¿quasi gov¿t.,¿ have grown in number, size, and importance in recent decades. A brief review of exec. branch organizational history is followed by a description of entities with ties to the exec. branch, although they are not ¿agencies¿ of the U.S. Several categories of quasi governmental entities are discussed: (1) quasi official agencies; (2) gov¿t.-sponsored enterprises; (3) federally funded R&D corp.; (4) agency-related non-profit org.; (5) venture capital funds; (6) congress. chartered non-profit org.; and (7) those of indeterminate character. Illus.

Author : Matthew Flinders
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781351800822

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The Politics of Accountability in the Modern State by Matthew Flinders Pdf

This title was first published in 2001: In this compelling work, Matthew Flinders examines how far alternative forms of accountability have evolved and the extent to which they remedy the current shortcomings of the parliamentary system. Adopting a pluralistic perspective, this exploration of the accountability of the core executive is clearly grounded in research methodology, thus ensuring the book makes a valid, incisive contribution to the literature. Features include: - A detailed study of the location of power and mechanisms of accountability in modern government which challenges the largely prosaic existing literature - Useful summaries of the key tensions and trends within constitutional infrastructure - A new and refreshing approach to the study of central government - Insightful critiques of major governmental policies This intriguing volume will be of interest to undergraduates, post-graduates and lecturers for courses on legislative studies, central government reform, public administration, British politics and research methods.

Author : Peter Aucoin,Mark D. Jarvis,Canada School of Public Service,École de la fonction publique du Canada
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Administrative agencies
ISBN : 0662398718

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Modernizing Government Accountability by Peter Aucoin,Mark D. Jarvis,Canada School of Public Service,École de la fonction publique du Canada Pdf

Author : Sandra van Thiel
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2017-07-28
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781351748933

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Quangos: Trends, Causes and Consequences by Sandra van Thiel Pdf

This title was first published in 2001. This sustained and rigorous theoretical treatment of the choices made by politicians regarding quasi-autonomous non-governmental organizations (quangos) makes compelling reading for both practitioners and academics alike.

Author : Howard Davis
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019-07-23
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135248857

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QUANGOs and Local Government by Howard Davis Pdf

There is now an appointed world of local governance sitting alongside elected government. this publication seeks to develop understanding of the changing world of local governance and thus contribute to wider debates. The impact of these changes will continue to be felt for many years to come whoever is in government.

Author : John Benyon,David Denver,Justin Fisher
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2014-09-25
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317874935

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Central Debates in British Politics by John Benyon,David Denver,Justin Fisher Pdf

Central Debates in British Politics focuses on British politics in a changing social, economic and institutional context. The book explores issues and debates using a variety of approaches and techniques. It is written and edited by a team of leading experts who analyse key issues in a highly structured and thematic manner.

Author : Lynton J. Robins,Bill Jones
Publisher : Manchester University Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0719057019

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Debates in British Politics Today by Lynton J. Robins,Bill Jones Pdf

The contents focus directly on the dynamics of political argument in order to reveal how rival politicians and political scientists practice their persuasive art. Each contributor explores a disputed viewpoint, showing how differences of attitude and ideology structure the contemporary debate. Students should learn how an argument is constructed and develop the skills necessary for separating rhetoric from political reality. Further guidance is provided by summary boxes and suggested additional reading.

Author : David Beetham,Stuart Weir
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2002-09-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781134864119

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Political Power and Democratic Control in Britain by David Beetham,Stuart Weir Pdf

Democratic Institutions and Practices is the second study carried out under the Democratic Audit of the UK. This volume explores the formal institutions and processes of the liberal democratic state: including the executive, elections, parliament and the civil service.

Author : Tom Zwart,L. F. M. Verhey
Publisher : Intersentia nv
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Administrative agencies
ISBN : 9789050952859

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Agencies in European and Comparative Perspective by Tom Zwart,L. F. M. Verhey Pdf

This book analyses the role played by agencies in several countries.

Author : Chris Cornforth
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0415359929

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The Governance of Public and Non-profit Organisations by Chris Cornforth Pdf

Essential reading for academics and students, this work brings together analyses based upon some of the best empirical studies of public and non-profit governance in the United Kingdom.

Author : Birrell, Derek,Gray, Ann Marie
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-12-14
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781447319184

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Delivering Social Welfare by Birrell, Derek,Gray, Ann Marie Pdf

As the system of social welfare governance and delivery in the United Kingdom faces continued, radical change, this important book argues that this change is so extensive that we should consider it a fundamental transformation or revolution. Assessing twenty years of changes across the whole of the United Kingdom, Derek Birrell and Ann Marie Gray show how a new public governance perspective has replaced the dominance of public management, reflecting the increasingly plural and fragmented nature of public policy implementation. Drawing on examples across a range of policy areas, this comprehensive book unravels the complex ways in which changes in social policy and governance interact in the delivery of social welfare, making it essential reading for welfare researchers, students, and policy makers.

Author : John Greenwood,Robert Pyper,David Wilson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2005-08-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781134561087

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New Public Administration in Britain by John Greenwood,Robert Pyper,David Wilson Pdf

First published in 1984 this book has established itself as the leading text in British public administration. The third edition builds on the previous edition's success to bring the considerable changes and very latest developments in the field. This edition includes: * a new chapter on the influence of Europe * a focus on new developments that have emerged in recent years such as managerialism, privatisation, consumerism, charters, contracting and regulation * new features include boxed summaries of key concepts and facts, guides to further reading as well as an extensive bibliography. Written by three leading authorities in the field, this text will be essential reading for those who want an authoritative and comprehensive introduction to public administration.

Author : Christopher Pollitt,Colin Talbot
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2004-07-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781134379781

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Unbundled Government by Christopher Pollitt,Colin Talbot Pdf

Public sector bureaucracies have been subjected to harsh criticism. One solution which has been widely adopted over the past two decades has been to 'unbundle government' - that is to break down monolithic departments and ministries into smaller, semi-autonomous 'agencies'. These are often governed by some type of performance contract, are at 'arm's length' or further from their 'parent' ministry or department and are freed from many of the normal rules governing civil service bodies. This, the first book to survey the 'why' and the 'how' of this epidemic of 'agencification', is essential reading for advanced students and researchers of public management. It includes case studies from every continent - from Japan to America and from Sweden to Tanzania, these 14 case studies (some covering more than one country) critically examine how such agencies have been set up and managed.