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Safeguarding the Future: Governing in an Uncertain World
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Safeguarding the Future: Governing in an Uncertain World
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Jonathan Boston
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| Series | BWB Texts |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:120 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 180,Width 110 |
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| Category/Genre | Law for the lay person |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780947518257
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| Classifications | Dewey:320.993 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Bridget Williams Books
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| Imprint |
Bridget Williams Books
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| Publication Date |
6 December 2016 |
| Publication Country |
New Zealand
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Description
In an era of populist politics, Brexit, Donald Trump, 24-hour news cycles and perpetual election campaigning, how do we govern well for the future? How do we take the long view, ensuring that present-day policy decisions reflect the needs and safeguard the interests of future generations?In this timely BWB Text, acclaimed policy scholar Jonathan Boston sets out what 'anticipatory governance' might look like in New Zealand. Confronted with a world becoming more uncertain by the day, this book is essential reading for anyone questioning how democratic societies can tackle the unprecedented challenges ahead.
Author Biography
Jonathan Boston is a Professor of Public Policy in the School of Government at the Victoria University of Wellington. He has written extensively on public management, the welfare state, child poverty, climate change policy, tertiary education funding, and comparative government.
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