Strengthening Local Government in the 1990's

This text is based on the Local Government Conference held by INLOGOV in October 1991 in honour of John Stewart. Key figures in local government debate the key issues facing local government practitioners today. In particular the themes of the accountability of local government and its political role are examined, and lessons are drawn for practical use by local authorities. Contributors include Steven Leach, Rod Rhodes, George Jones, Rodney Brooke, Roger Taylor, Michael Clarke and John Stewart.