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Reflections on local government: past, present and future

Professor Catherine Durose and Dr. Peter Eckersley

  • 20th January 2025
  • Australia England & Wales Global Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland South Africa
  • 10 mins read

In a new article, Professors Durose and Eckersley celebrate 50 years of the Local Government Studies journal, reflecting on major legislative changes and the sector’s development worldwide. They address challenges like digital transformation and climate change, advocating for innovation and collaboration to equip and empower local government now and in the future.

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