Overview
- Assesses how contemporary economic and political crises have impacted intergovernmental relations in Europe
- Considers the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, climate change, and the Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Compares evidence from nine European countries
- This book is open access, which means that you have free and unlimited access
Part of the book series: Palgrave Studies in Sub-National Governance (PSSNG)
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About this book
This open access book assesses the consequences of contemporary economic and political crises for intergovernmental relations in Europe. Focusing on the crises arising from the Covid-19 pandemic, climate change, surges in migration, and the resurgence of regional nationalist movements, it explores the shifting power balances within intergovernmental relations’ systems. The book takes a comparative analytical perspective on how intergovernmental relations are changing across Europe, and how central governments have responded to coordination challenges as recent crises have disrupted established service delivery chains and their underpinning political and bureaucratic arrangements. It also examines the relationship between recent crises and the sub-national resurgence of territorial politics in many European countries. The book will appeal to those with interests in public administration, sub-national governance and European politics.
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Table of contents (11 chapters)
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Reviews
“Intergovernmental relations is a constant focus of academic attention, for the reasons explored in this excellent new book from the EGPA Study Group. Whether we refer to it as intergovernmental relations or multi-level government, it is an important element of understanding governance, (especially good governance) and the role of different levels and their relationship to each other. Most of all it is about people and institutions. In European democracies it is the arena for discussions and negotiations around policy making and service delivery between governments and their rapidly changing societies. The leading academics who have delivered this important new book provide a greater understanding of these issues and deserve to be widely read.” (Andrew Massey, Professor of Government, King's College London, UK)
“Complex and convergent crises are placing unprecedented pressure on policymakers and the institutional systems in which they operate. This book is an engaging resource for those seeking to better understand the function and management of intergovernmental relations amidst such crises. From migration and pandemics to climate change and technological advancement, readers will be able to connect the book’s methodologically and geographically diverse insights to the imminent and politically salient policy challenges that characterize this turbulent moment of history.” (Kris Hartley, Assistant Professor of Sustainability and Enterprise, Arizona State University, USA)
“In times of crises and rapid changes, this pioneering book focuses on intergovernmental relations amid crisis-driven challenges. Drawing from diverse European cases, it illuminates the complex interplay between emerging issues and political structures, highlighting policymakers' adaptability. Exploring global topics like Covid-19, migration, climate change, and digitalization, it underscores how institutional frameworks respond to crises, offering insights into multi-layered processes. A vital resource for scholars and practitioners navigating contemporary crisis governance complexities, emphasizing the need for adaptability.” (Gabriela Lotta, Professor of Public Administration and Government, Getulio Vargas Foundation, Brazil)
Authors and Affiliations
About the authors
Sabine Kuhlmann is Professor of Political Sciences, Administration and Organization at the University of Potsdam, Germany.
Martin Laffin is Professor of Public Policy and Management at Queen Mary University of London, UK.
Ellen Wayenberg is Professor of Public Policy and Administration at Ghent University, Belgium.
Tomas Bergström is Associate Professor of Political Science at Lund University, Sweden.
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: New Perspectives on Intergovernmental Relations
Book Subtitle: Crisis and Reform
Authors: Sabine Kuhlmann, Martin Laffin, Ellen Wayenberg, Tomas Bergström
Series Title: Palgrave Studies in Sub-National Governance
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-61790-4
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan Cham
eBook Packages: Political Science and International Studies, Political Science and International Studies (R0)
Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s) 2024
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-031-61789-8Published: 01 August 2024
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-031-61792-8Due: 15 August 2025
eBook ISBN: 978-3-031-61790-4Published: 31 July 2024
Series ISSN: 2523-8248
Series E-ISSN: 2523-8256
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XVII, 216
Number of Illustrations: 9 b/w illustrations
Topics: Public Policy, Governance and Government, Public Administration