The Netherlands has long been internationally regarded as one of the leading sources of policy analysis and evaluation in Europe. This book, part of the International Library of Policy Analysis, offers a much-needed overview of developments in policy analysis in both academia and practice at various levels of governance, capturing the diversity of modes of policy analysis that have evolved since the 1970s.

This new volume in the International Library of Policy Analysis series presents for the first time a coherent overview of the strengths of and opportunities for policy analysis in Australia. Taking a broad view built on the recognition that government agencies are no longer the sole source of sound policy analysis it takes in contributions from the media, political parties, business, and non-governmental organizations. Written by experienced scholars, it is impressive in scope and analysis and will be essential for anyone studying policy in Australia or comparative policy analysis in...

This new volume in the International Library of Policy Analysis series is the first comprehensive overview of policy analysis in the Czech Republic and the first of any postcommunist Central or Eastern European region. As such, it offers a unique picture of policy analysis that differs profoundly from prevailing Western versions. Written by experts in the field, including scholars and policy makers, the book outlines the historical development of policy analysis in the region, identifies its role in education and research, and examines its styles and methods."

This new volume in the International Library of Policy Analysis series offers a unique look at policy analysis in Israel. Arguing that Israel s status as a developed country that faces major security issues while grappling with frequent demographic changes causes exceptional challenges, the book offers an in-depth exploration of both the history and the current state of policy analysis in the nation. At the same time that the contributors, all well-respected and experienced Israeli scholars, emphasize Israel s distinctive character, they nonetheless show how researchers can draw important...