'Structural reform has been one of the most important, and yet one of the most neglected, aspects of modern local government. This book represents the first att

'Written by an impressive array of experts, this book surveys local government reforms in six advanced democracies, federal and unitary, which share a municipal

Most people, and indeed governments, hold the conviction that reforms, rather than revolutions, are likely to produce more appropriate and acceptable results. T

Effective governance is a crucial aspect of all modern nations. Through various collaborative efforts and processes, nations can enhance their current governanc