Looking at the role of spatial planning in major change such as urban extensions or redevelopment, this book asks how it can also deliver at the local level.[...]
Intends to provide a systematic review of the reform of local government since the election of New Labour in 1997. This book gives the relevant historical context for the predicted 'death of local government' in the Thatcher era and explains the New Labour agenda for local government and the compone[...]
Britain's relationship with the EU is frequently viewed as simple by the media and politicians. In ways - never really explained - the EU has managed to 'take away' Britain's sovereign powers and has the ability to determine much of its legislation. The history of how this has occurred is never disc[...]
Planning is central to economic, social and environmental life but its practice is frequently criticised by all who engage in it. Seen as too restrictive by those who promote development and too weak by those opposing it, planners advising on proposals cannot sit on the fence. Is it the planning sys[...]