This is an account of the main developments in the process of European integration. It provides coverage of theory, history, member states, institutions and policies, drawing on academic debates including issues of legitimacy and globalisation.
Focusing on the intersection of transport and climate change, this book analyzes governance and policy networks through extensive research on carbon emissions. It delves into the political dynamics influencing climate policies, offering insights into how various levels of governance address environmental challenges.
Examining the influence of evidence on public policy regarding wellbeing, the book integrates insights from political science, policy theory, and the evidence-policy relationship. It aims to clarify how evidence shapes the integration of wellbeing into policy, identify barriers to evidence use, and enhance the multiple streams approach to agenda-setting. While primarily focused on the UK government, its findings have broader implications for wellbeing initiatives globally and contribute to theoretical discussions on agenda-setting and evidence utilization, supported by interviews with policy-makers.
Cohesion Policy in the European Union and Britain
The book explores the interplay between Europeanization and multilevel governance, emphasizing their significance in contemporary policymaking. By analyzing cohesion policy, Ian Bache reveals how the EU influences domestic policy across various levels, particularly in Britain, while comparing it to ten other member states. The author integrates concepts of multilevel governance and policy networks, offering a framework for future research. This insightful study serves as a resource for scholars and students interested in EU and British political dynamics.