ABSTRACT

First published in 1984 this book has established itself as the leading text in British public administration. The third edition builds on the previous edition's success to bring the considerable changes and very latest developments in the field.

This edition includes:

* a new chapter on the influence of Europe
* a focus on new developments that have emerged in recent years such as managerialism, privatisation, consumerism, charters, contracting and regulation
* new features include boxed summaries of key concepts and facts, guides to further reading as well as an extensive bibliography.

Written by three leading authorities in the field, this text will be essential reading for those who want an authoritative and comprehensive introduction to public administration.

chapter 3|24 pages

The core executive

chapter 4|22 pages

Ministers and civil servants

chapter 5|24 pages

Local government in context

chapter 6|20 pages

Inside local government

chapter 8|14 pages

Quasi-government

chapter 9|20 pages

Parliament

chapter 10|26 pages

Multi-level governance

chapter 11|16 pages

Privatisation and the regulatory state