Local Government in a Global World

Australia and Canada in Comparative Perspective

John Martin author Emmanuel Brunet-Jailly author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:University of Toronto Press

Published:29th May '10

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

This hardback is available in another edition too:

Local Government in a Global World cover

Local government plays a critical role in the lives of all citizens, from remote towns to capital cities. As the political legitimacy and importance of municipalities grow, however, it becomes increasingly difficult to strike a balance between local and higher levels of government. The contributors to Local Government in a Global World provide insights into key themes impacting local governance in two federations with much in common historically, culturally, and politically: Australia and Canada.

These essays examine changes in the Australian and Canadian systems through four thematic lenses: citizen participation in government systems, the restructuring and reform of local governments, the use of performance measures and management systems in the administration of local governments, and the relations of local governments within higher levels of governments. Unique in its thematic selection and in its compare-and-contrast structure, Local Government in a Global World provides a valuable reference for those seeking to understand how effective local government is structured and managed.

‘The exploration of the connections between globalization and local government is timely given the importance of international influences on the economic, social, and environmental challenges facing governments… The discussion of various theories surrounding governance and reform trends in the two countries offers useful insights on specific country experiences, as well as broader trends and developments in the sector. The editors provide valuable perspective for those seeking more effective ways to enhance the contribution of local governments to the sustainable development of communities.’ -- Claudia Scott: Commonwealth Journal of Local Governance, Issue 7: November 2010
‘Local Government in a Global World is very accessible to practitioners and academic audiences… The editors and authors provide valuable perspectives for those seeking more effective ways to enhance the contribution of local governments to the sustainable development of communities.’ -- Claudia Scott; Commonwealth Journal of Local Governance: Issue 07: November 2010

ISBN: 9780802099631

Dimensions: 237mm x 162mm x 26mm

Weight: 560g

256 pages