The issue of local governance is currently high on the institutional agenda of many local and regional authorities throughout the OECD countries. This book explores the relationship between two key issues for urban governance - leadership and community involvement - and how making these two elements more complementary one to the other can lead to more effective as well as legitimate policy outcomes. The authors examine the dilemmas involved in ensuring effective governance, focussing on issues such as legitimacy, citizen participation, economic performance and social inclusion. Part I...
The issue of local governance is currently high on the institutional agenda of many local and regional authorities throughout the OECD countries. This...
This new 7th edition of Bradt's Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) has been fully revised and updated and remains the only comprehensive English-language guidebook available to the islands of this alluring Atlantic archipelago, described by some as 'Africa light'. The guide includes well-researched history and cultural sections, with a particularly strong section on music, and brings an honest approach to reporting the fragile balance between tourist development and protecting the environment. This new edition reflects the many changes since the previous one, including the introduction of charter...
This new 7th edition of Bradt's Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) has been fully revised and updated and remains the only comprehensive English-language guidebo...
The Basque Country Travel Guide - travel advice and expert tips on French and Spanish sides of the border and neighbouring Navarre, including Bilbao and San Sebastian, Biarritz and the French Pyrenees. Also covers walking routes, surfing spots, wildlife, birdwatching, pilgrim routes, local food, txakoli wine, maps and practical information.
The Basque Country Travel Guide - travel advice and expert tips on French and Spanish sides of the border and neighbouring Navarre, including Bilbao a...
Azores Travel Guide - Expert tips and holiday advice including island itineraries and activities, Ponta Delgada and Horta highlights, endemic flora and wildlife. Also featured are detailed walks and field guides, UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, Furnas, Santa Maria, Sao Miguel, Faial, Angra do Heroismo, whale watching, cycling, horse riding and hiking.
Azores Travel Guide - Expert tips and holiday advice including island itineraries and activities, Ponta Delgada and Horta highlights, endemic flora an...