Through their ambitious devolution programme, the Conservatives show a new
assertiveness in relation to restructuring the local state, in contrast to the laissez-faire …

This paper explores neoliberalisation and its counter-currents through a six-case study of
austerity urbanism in Spain and the UK. Applying Urban Regime Theory it highlights the role …

Creating conditions to empower local people is an important determinant of health, and
crucial in addressing health inequity. Yet, experimentation with initiatives to support public …

Tailpipe emissions from vehicles on urban road networks have damaging impacts, with the
problem exacerbated by the common occurrence of congestion. This article focuses on …

That contemporary austerity is being realised to a large extent in and through cities is a
growing theme in urban scholarship. Similarly, the concern that the economically …

The scale of the cuts to local government finance, coupled with increasing demand for
services, has led to unprecedented 'budget gaps' in council budgets. Arguably, two …

Urban and regional development theory is largely rooted in explanations based on the
location, agglomeration and organisation of firms, industries and capital. Contemporary …

This substantially revised edition of a highly topical text draws upon theory from Marx and
Bourdieu to offer a clearer understanding of community in capitalist society. The book takes …

This study seeks to understand participation levels in sport across socio-demographic
groups, specifically for the period 2008–14, in the context of austerity measures taken by …

European border regions have witnessed a long history of remarkable mobility shocks
stemming from complex ecological and economic changes and geopolitical events. The …