Title: Topic guide on decentralisation and local government

Authors: Scott, Zoë

Place: London

Publisher: Commonwealth secretariat

Year: cop. 2009

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Subject: Rural Decentralization and Local Governance

Keywords: decentralization in government, local government, governance, poverty alleviation, legitimacy of governments, co-operation between organizations

Abstract: This guide gives guidance for designing, implementing and evaluating decentralization reforms and local government (DLG) practices to ensure they are as effective as possible. It offers debates on the impact of DLG on poverty reduction, service delivery and conflict and links to research and cases.

URL: http://www.thecommonwealth.org/files/213587/FileName/DLG-TopicGuide.pdf

Document type: Portal