{"product_id":"local-government-and-the-territorial-constitution","title":"Local Government and the Territorial Constitution","description":"\u003cp\u003eAvailable open access digitally under CC-BY-NC-ND licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs devolution transforms governance across the UK, local authorities face unprecedented challenges in delivering services whilst managing severe budgetary constraints. This book investigates and provides insights into how local governments operate within Britain''s evolving constitutional framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive edited collection examines the realities of devolved powers across England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, revealing why simply transferring responsibilities from Westminster hasn''t reduced social inequalities. The authors identify critical pressure points—from inadequate expertise to accountability failures—that undermine local governance effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEssential reading for public administration scholars, policy makers and practitioners seeking evidence-based solutions to strengthen local democracy and promote social justice through better territorial governance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57504966214005,"sku":"9781529245615","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/local-government-and-the-territorial-constitution","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}