Glasgow
Glasgow

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Publisher: OECD Publishing

Published: 2002-01-01

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9789264199361

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The city of Glasgow has changed dramatically in recent years in terms of social and economic regeneration. This study examines some key initiatives, many local-based, which have facilitated these changes including models for local labour market intervention, training and lifelong learning. However, problems still remain regarding inadequate public transport, land-use allocation, and the number of distressed urban areas. The book considers urban regeneration policy options to realise greater social cohesion for the city, including the redevelopment of the Clyde waterfront, which build on its historic tradition of partnership and innovation.

Divided Scotland?
Divided Scotland?

Author: David Newlands

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-06-04

Total Pages: 213

ISBN-13: 1351159747

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Originally published in 2004. In recent years, there has been much debate about the economic performance of the Scottish economy in relation to the economy of Britain as a whole. However, with the establishment of the Scottish Parliament, the debate has shifted somewhat to focus on the economic disparities between areas within Scotland. Leading Scottish regional scientists are brought together in this volume to examine the nature, causes and consequences of these regional economic disparities. Following an introductory overview, the book divides into two main sections. The first section examines and compares three key areas in detail: the Highlands and Islands; Edinburgh and its hinterland; and Greater Glasgow. The second section covers a number of cross-cutting issues, such as economic development, education and training, transport and communications and community planning. It concludes with a critical appraisal of the various policies discussed and their implications.

Heritage and Tourism in Britain and Ireland
Heritage and Tourism in Britain and Ireland

Author: Glenn Hooper

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-02-25

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 1137520833

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This edited collection examines the natural, but sometimes troubled, relationship that exists between heritage and tourism. Chapters included focus on a selection of topics, including literary tourism, industrial heritage, conservation and care. Employing a range of historical and cultural materials, as well as an extensive number of case studies, the chapters offer an engaging overview of heritage and tourism developments across the Isles, especially in terms of recent policy and strategy initiatives, new facilities and infrastructure, as well as the different and evolving management systems currently in place. Interdisciplinary in scope, and drawing on the expertise of researchers from within both academia and industry, this volume will be of particular importance to those with interests in management and the humanities.

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Glasgow, United Kingdom
OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Glasgow, United Kingdom

Author: OECD

Publisher: OECD Publishing

Published: 2021-11-10

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9264337172

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The transition to a circular economy in Glasgow is part of a broader journey of the city aiming to transition from being one of the greatest industrial places in the world back in the 19th century, to becoming a carbon-neutral city by 2030. The 2020 Glasgow Circular Economy Route Map seeks to enable a system where people can access local jobs and where green business practices contribute to achieving zero carbon goals.

National Innovation, Indicators and Policy
National Innovation, Indicators and Policy

Author: L. Earl

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13: 1847201644

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This book takes stock of what is known about the process of innovation and its effects, and the policy interventions that influence both. It provides insights into future research required to support evidence-based policy-making and makes clear the need to take a systems approach to the analysis of innovation, its outcomes and its impacts. The contributors explore the fact that economic theory, statistical measurement and the need to achieve targets are combining to shift policy focus towards the economic and social impacts of innovation. This is forcing economists and statisticians to look for new measures, indicators, and analytical frameworks to support the public policy debate and the implementations of change necessary for success. The book emphasizes the importance of linkages and communities of practice in measuring and analyzing innovation, and focuses on: the importance of social sciences as well as natural sciences to the activity of innovation. policy-relevant discussions on the measurement gaps in the activity of innovation quantitative results of analysis relating to the output of innovation activities theoretical frameworks and concepts for measurement of the activity of innovation suggestions for new measurement directions for the activity of innovation which will lead into an international forum to discuss indicator development at the OECD over the next decade. Illustrating that the expectations of innovation policies are being raised, this book will prove fascinating reading for policy analysts, economists, academics and students with an interest in innovation, industrial dynamics and science and technology.

Making Cities Work for All Data and Actions for Inclusive Growth
Making Cities Work for All Data and Actions for Inclusive Growth

Author: OECD

Publisher: OECD Publishing

Published: 2016-10-13

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9264263268

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This report provides ground-breaking, internationally comparable data on economic growth, inequalities and well-being at the city level in OECD countries, and a framework for action, to help national and local governments reorient policies towards more inclusive growth in cities.