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Regional Governance


Inclusiveness of Regional Chambers report(2002) - pdf (144kb)
This report investigates the arrangements made by Regional Chambers to enhance their inclusiveness, through an analysis of the ways in which representatives of business, environmental and voluntary sector interests (amongst others) are involved in their business.The explicit requirement on regional chambers to extend their membership to social and economic partners is seen as their most innovative feature. This research seeks to identify how they operate, and with what impact, so that all chambers can consider possible ways of improving stakeholder engagement.

Regional Government in England: A Preliminary Review of Literature and Research Findings(2002). - pdf (189kb)

This report reviews the contribution of both domestic and international research evidence, and commentary, to the debate surrounding the development of regional government in England. It focuses on the potential form and remit of regional government within England, and on the implications and rationale for its development.


Updated 11 August 2003
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