Public sector engagement with peri-urban issues is difficult but important.

Abstract

With few exceptions, efforts to involve local government institutions in the DFID project discussed did not succeed. It is suggested that governments lack interest in periurban problems and opportunities.

Citation

Mattingly, M., Gregory, P. and Walls, M. 2006. Public sector engagement with peri-urban issues is difficult but important. Policy brief. Annex G of the Final Technical Report of project R8491. London: Development Planning Unit, University College London. 2pp.

Public sector engagement with peri-urban issues is difficult but important.

Published 1 January 2006