The Dilemmas of Engagement: The Role of Consultation in Governance

by Jenny Stewart

'Consultation' has become something of a mantra in contemporary governance. Governments well understand that policy occurs in a highly contestable environment in which there are multiple, and often competing interests. They well recognise the political imperative to 'engage' stakeholders in order to manage potential conflict and, hopefully, obtain acceptance for their policies and programs. As a result, politicians and public officials frequently...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1921536829
• ISBN13: 9781921536823
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: Anu Press
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.9" x 9.8"