Holding Power to Account: Accountability in Modern Democracies

Mulgan, R.

This book provides a general overview of accountability, a key concept in modern democratic governance. Richard Mulgan draws on examples and analyses from the United States and the United Kingdom as well as other 'Westminster' countries. Major topics discussed include the contrast between accountability in the public and private sectors, the effects of public management reforms on accountability, accountability for collective actions, accountability in networks and the limits of accountability.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2003-01-01

Format: Paperback

ISBN-10: 9781349431410

ISBN-13: 9781349431410

DOI: 10.1057/9781403943835

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 253