Raco, Professor Mike
London (Megacities)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781788213066
- author:
- Raco, Professor Mike
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Agenda Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres (0.36 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Sociology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
London: A City Divided by Policy and Growth. As one of Europe's fastest-growing cities, London faces numerous challenges in balancing its rapid expansion with effective governance. This book explores the complexities of mobilizing policy agendas in London, highlighting both the tensions and difficulties in shaping public policy. The authors argue that despite market-led development, public policy remains crucial in determining outcomes. The privatization of decision-making processes has led to widespread changes in how London is governed, with significant implications for its future growth and development. This book examines the impact of these shifts on the city's governance model, providing insight into a rapidly evolving urban landscape. By exploring the tensions between public policy and private sector-led governance, this book offers a nuanced understanding of London's complex urban dynamics.
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