Good Governance: Concept and Context

By Henk Addink

Illustrated Edition

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Dimensions: 9.3 x 1.2 x 6.2 inches

ISBN-10: 198841159

ISBN-13: 978-0198841159

Publication Date: June 18, 2019

Print Length: 352 pages

This book delves into the creation, development, and impact of the concept of ‘good governance.’ It posits that, alongside the principles of the rule of law and democracy, good governance serves as a vital third pillar of modern statehood. The author presents good governance as a multifaceted concept, shaped by regional and international legal frameworks yet firmly rooted in national administrative law.

The text explores six core principles of good governance: properness, transparency, participation, effectiveness, accountability, and human rights. These principles are analyzed at the national level across a diverse range of European contexts, as well as in Australia, Canada, and South Africa. Through this examination, the book offers an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of administrative law across different jurisdictions.

Furthermore, it compares how these principles are implemented, taking into account both international and European administrative law developments. This comparative approach provides readers with a nuanced understanding of good governance in practice.