"Art in the North of England, 1979?008 "

Author: GabrielN. Gee
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2017-07-05
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1351575538

Based on rare archival material and numerous interviews with practitioners, Art in the North of England 1979-2008 analyses the relation between political and economic changes stemming from the 1980s and artistic developments in the principal cities of the North of England in the late 20th century. Looking in particular at the art scenes of Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield and Newcastle, Gabriel Gee unveils a set of powerful aesthetic reactions to industrial change and urban reconstruction during this period on the part of artists including John Davies, Pete Clarke, the Amber collective, Richard Wilson, Karen Watson, Nick Crowe & Ian Rawlinson, John Kippin, and the contribution of organisations such as Projects UK/Locus +, East Street Arts, the Henry Moore Sculpture Trust and the Bluecoat Gallery in Liverpool. While the geographical focus of this study is highly specific, a key concern throughout is the relationship between regional, national and international artistic practices and identities. Of interest to all scholars and students concerned with the developments of British art in the second half of the 20th century, the study is also of direct pertinence to observers of global narratives, which are here described and analysed through the concept of trans-industriality.

A Region in Transition

A Region in Transition
Author: John Tomaney
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 191
Release: 2017-07-05
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1351961934

The UK has now joined a Europe-wide trend towards more devolved forms of government (e.g. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Assemblies). In the context of this general trend towards regionalizm as a focus for public policy and as a source of cultural and political identity, an interdisciplinary team from Newcastle University combine to analyze how this affects the North East of England. There has been comparatively little published on the contemporary development of English Regions and the North East is a particularly important case study, as throughout the 1990s it has experienced a range of social, economic and political changes. This book will contribute to key contemporary policy debates, which will affect all of the English regions and should be read by all social scientists interested in European regional development.

Town and Country Planning in the UK

Town and Country Planning in the UK
Author: J. B. Cullingworth
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 520
Release: 2002
Genre: City Planning
ISBN: 041521775X

Town and Country Planning in the UK has become the bible of British planning. It provides an explanation of the nature of planning, the institutions and organisations involved, the plans and other tools used by planners, planning policies and more.

Town and Country Planning in the UK

Town and Country Planning in the UK
Author: Barry Cullingworth
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 520
Release: 2003-09-02
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1134603029

Town and Country Planning in the UK has become the Bible of British planning. In this new edition detailed consideration is given to: * the nature of planning and its historical evolution * central and local government, the EU and other agencies * the framework of plans and other instruments * development control * land policy and planning gain * environmental and countryside planning * sustainable development, waste and pollution * heritage and transport planning * urban policies and regeneration This twelfth edition has been completely revised and expanded to cover the whole of the UK. The new edition explains more fully the planning policies and actions of the European Union and takes into account the implications of local government reorganization, the 'plan-led system' and the growing interest in promoting sustainable development.

British Regionalism and Devolution

British Regionalism and Devolution
Author: Jonathan Bradbury
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2014-02-04
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 113603496X

This contributors provide a range of perspectives on the increasingly central issues of state reform, European integration and British regionalism in the 1990s. Using case material, the contributors examine: the effects of state reform and European integration on British regionalism and the devolution debate; and the nature of recent central responses to the re-emergence of regional and devolution issues, with a particular focus on the recent policies of the Major governments and the policies of the Opposition parties. They also present some evidence which suggests that state reform and EC/EU developments have determined and accentuated important new trends in British regionalism, and underpin the plausibility of far-reaching regional and devolution reforms.

Centralisation, Devolution and the Future of Local Government in England

Centralisation, Devolution and the Future of Local Government in England
Author: Steve Leach
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2017-07-28
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1315407922

English local government is in a state of decline after 40 years of incremental but cumulative centralisation by central government. This book is the first to directly address this trend's impact upon the institution of local government, a crucial element in the democratic viability of a unitary state. The process of centralisation, and its corrosive effect on the status and responsibilities of local government, have been widely recognised and deplored among politicians and senior officers within local government, and by academics with an interest in this field. However, there has been no study exploring in detail its impact, and, equally important, suggesting ways in which the growing imbalance between the powers of central and local government should be rectified. This book fills this gap. This text will be of key interest to scholars, students and practitioners of local government, and more generally to those interested in what has been happening to British politics and governance.

At the Crossroads?

At the Crossroads?
Author: Rory Palmer
Publisher: Institute for Public Policy Research
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2005
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9781860302824

In this report, ippr north argues that the role of transport as a tool for social inclusion needs to be given at least equal weight to its role in economic growth. The authors suggest a positive agenda for action to improve transport-related social exclusion in the North East with ideas, which will resonate in every part of the UK.

Place-shaping

Place-shaping
Author: Michael Sir Lyons
Publisher: The Stationery Office
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2007-03-21
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780119898545

Sir Michael Lyons was commissioned to consider the case for changes to the present system of local government funding in England and make recommendations, including on the reform of council tax. The remit was extended to cover questions relating to the function of local government and its future role as well as how it is funded, and also to consider the implications of the Barker (ISBN 0118404857), Eddington (ISBN 0118404873) and Leitch (ISBN 0118404865) reports. His overall conclusions are as follows: (1) local government is an essential part of our system of government; (2) central and local government needs to work more closely together as part of a single system, and local people should have a greater say in setting local priorities to enable authorities to manage pressures on public expenditure and improve satisfaction; (3) a mosaic of reforms is needed in the short term to address the most urgent problems, paving the way for more radical reforms in the medium- and longer-term. Recommendations include: automated council tax benefit; an end to capping; revaluation of properties for council tax; new bands with higher bills for those in more expensive properties and lower bills for those in the cheapest; consider reserving a fixed proportion of income tax for local government; longer term options should include local income tax and relocalisation of the business rate. Sir Michael concludes that council tax is not 'broken', but that it is under too much pressure, is seen as unfair, and has some limitations in that it is not a naturally buoyant source of revenue.

Tackling Crime and Urban Insecurity in Europe Through Co-operation Between Local Authorities and Police

Tackling Crime and Urban Insecurity in Europe Through Co-operation Between Local Authorities and Police
Author: Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of Europe
Publisher: Council of Europe
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2000-01-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9789287142177

This volume contains the main papers presented to an international conference of delegates from across Europe, representing the police, local authorities, professionals and community organisations. The papers highlight the fact that crime is not just a problem for the police or any one agency alone. The problems experienced across Europe and the methods employed to combat crime are discussed. The aim is to raise awareness of best practice and exchange experience between participants, by examining current activities within regions, and international collaboration between regions.