Managing the City

The public, private and voluntary sectors in the UK have, following government directions, changed their approach to regeneration since 1997. Government insistence on partnership working in areas of decline has resulted in the development of a new model of regeneration, one which emphasizes the 'neighbourhood'. This newer model of regeneration highlights the real and practical difficulties for those engaged in the process of regeneration. The need to address problems from a 'holistic' perspective means that the 'gaps' in both thinking and practice remain. This book draws upon the practical and thinking experience of researchers and practitioners who have identified the real and potential challenges facing current (and intending) regeneration managers. Drawing on their depth of knowledge and experience, it explores the challenges of ethics, equality, sustainability, local governance, civic renewal and learning. All of these have real and significant implications for the ways in which regeneration initiatives are put together in their design, development and delivery, the skills and learning needs of practitioners, and the ways in which initiatives are then managed and led. This innovative and challenging text will be of interest to all students and practitioners in this diverse and challenging field. Book jacket.