ABSTRACT
Management from the centre is essential if there is to be any unity, coherence and development in a country, for the centre is where most of the power lies. The nature and complexity of modern societies require effective and efficient management from the central government, not least in the formulation of policy. The full-time professional managers (civil servants or public officials) have the responsibility to manage the system but the ultimate responsibility lies with the elected political leaders of national and state governments. Historically it can be seen that tourism could not survive without government and their provision and management of services, which are essential for tourism.
