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Book SynopsisArguing that the UK Government intends to privatise all local services through its devolution agenda, Peter Latham proposes a new basis for federal, regional and local democracy, including land value taxation and a wealth tax.
Trade Review"A serious analysis of how democracy in local government has been imperceptibly slipping away." Camden New Journal
"This book is essential reading for anyone interested in local democracy and the provision of local services. In particular anyone thinking of standing as a local councillor should read it from cover to cover." Inside Croydon
"Neoliberalism is unsustainable and this book uses compelling and accessible evidence that a different form of politics is both possible and essential." The Morning Star
“Peter Latham provides a vivid account of how the power of local government has been reduced by central government and hollowed out by the private sector as well as making important suggestions for rebuilding it.” Jane Lethbridge, University of Greenwich
"Latham’s passion for democracy and social justice shines through in his detailed critique of the latest wave of neoliberal attacks on local government." Kevan Nelson, North West Regional Secretary, UNISON
Table of ContentsIntroduction; The Localism Act 2011, Open Public Services and the neoliberalisation of councils; Imposed ‘metro’ mayors: new wine in old bottles; Police and Crime Commissioners: another half-baked' import; Local government finance; Towards a new basis for federal, regional and local democracy.
