The Dynamics of Change in EU Governance

New Modes of Governance in Europe

“…More specifically, it hints at the preparation, adoption, implementation and control of decisions, revealing both a structural and process dimension. Thus, it is embedded in institutional structures defining the rules of the game, as well as specific interaction principles guiding actors' capacities, behaviours and orientations (Diedrichs, Reiners and Wessels 2011). Consequently, three dimensions of change are especially relevant for the analysis of governance and policy-making in the EU:…”

A Place-Based Approach in EU Regional Development and Its Application in Latvia

“…In recent years, regions are increasingly seen as a source of economic growth (Diedrichs et al, 2011;Panara & De Backer, 2011) and it is noted that territorial disparities may be rooted in the rigidness of the institutional system of regional development (Sabel & Zeitlin, 2010). This suggests that the need for better planning and utilization of territorial resources increases the role of institutions involved in the planning and implementation of regional development policy.…”