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Structure of the Local Tiers in Germany: Trends and Challenges in Local Governance and Autonomy

Structure of the Local Tiers in Germany: Trends and Challenges in Local Governance and Autonomy
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Author(s): Jochen Franzke (University of Potsdam, Germany)
Copyright: 2016
Pages: 20
Source title: Comparative Studies and Regionally-Focused Cases Examining Local Governments
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Ugur Sadioglu (Hacettepe University, Turkey)and Kadir Dede (Hacettepe University, Turkey)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-0320-0.ch003

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Abstract

This chapter analyses basic long-term trends in local governance in Germany in their functional, political, territorial and administrative dimensions. The traditions and legal framework of German local self-government form the starting point of the chapter. Subsequently, the role of the local level in the German federal system and the level of its autonomy are analysed. After that, the most important political-administrative actors in local governance examines, such as councilors, mayors, local administration, local branches of political parties and free voters associations. In describing the long-term trends and challenges in German local politics, special attention is paid to local public management, local democracy and citizen participation. Finally, the chapter ends with a summary of the most important aspects of the development of the municipalities and districts in Germany and with a view towards further reform.

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