Ireland Communities and society , Democracy, devolution and governance

Symbolism or Substance? A Comparative Analysis of Directly Elected Mayors in Ireland, Canada and the UK

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Summary

A consistent feature of municipal government in Canada and local government in the UK, but one that is not yet evident in Ireland, is the presence of directly elected mayors. Given the contrasting political status of mayors in all three states, this paper will seek to provide a comparative overview.

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