A framework for understanding area-based decentralisation

Authors:
HAMBLETON Robin, HOGGETT Paul, BURNS Danny
Journal article citation:
Local Government Policy Making, 20(4), March 1994, pp.5-12.
Publisher:
University of Birmingham. Institute of Local Government Studies

Proposed an ideal-type model of decentralisation which consists of five interlocking and mutually reinforcing elements : localisation, flexibility, devolved management, organisational culture change, and democratisation. Five possible objectives for decentralisation are also expounded: improving services, strengthening local accountability, achieving distributional aims, encouraging political awareness, developing staff, and controlling costs.

Subject terms:
local government, local government policy, management, models, organisational culture, organisational structure, policy, budgetary control, change management, decentralisation;
Link:
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ISSN print:
0264-2050

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