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The new localism: Local government and the Constitution

Professor Sir Vernon Bogdanor FBA CBE · Gresham College

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About

Many argue that Britain has become too centralized, that Whitehall has usurped the town hall. Yet few of us turn out to vote in local elections, and we complain about the 'postcode lottery' when facilities in a neighbouring area are better than those in our own. Some politicians are seeking to reverse the tide of centralization. But is localism compatible with the basic principle of the welfare state, that benefits and burdens should be decided on the basis of need and not of geography?

The talk

  1. The new localism: Local government and the Constitution 2006-12-12 · YouTube

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Institution
Gresham College
Speaker
Professor Sir Vernon Bogdanor FBA CBE
Year
2006
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Subjects
Society and politics
Source
Gresham College
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