Local Government in the United Kingdom

Download or read book Local Government in the United Kingdom written by David Wilson and published by Palgrave Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-01-09 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over recent years changes in British local government have been greater and faster than ever: elected mayors and cabinets, overview and scrutiny, best value, comprehensive performance assessment, council tax capping and reform--the pace never slackens.This comprehensively revised fourth edition of the leading local government textbook evaluates these changes and provides an informed insight into Labour's third-term agenda. With its clear, accessible style, Local Government in the United Kingdom will remain essential reading for students, practitioners, and anyone generally interested in local politics.