Geddes, Mike, 1943-, Davies, Jonathan, 1966- and Fuller, C. (Crispian). (2007) Evaluating local strategic partnerships : theory and practice of change. Local Government Studies, Vol.33 (No.1). pp. 97-116. ISSN 0300-3930

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Abstract

Local Strategic Partnerships (LSPs) are a major recent innovation in English local governance. As the 'partnership of partnerships' in a locality, the ability of the LSP to provide an arena for community leadership and joined up service delivery is vital to the Local Government Modernisation Agenda. Drawing on material from the national evaluation of LSPs, this paper assesses their progress. A theory of change (ToC) approach was adopted in the evaluation, and the paper shows how this approach was developed and utilised. The main findings from the evaluation are then presented and discussed. In conclusion, the article draws some wider conclusions both about the strengths and weaknesses of the ToC approach and about LSPs themselves.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Subjects:	J Political Science > JS Local government Municipal government
Divisions:	Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH):	Local government -- Great Britain
Journal or Publication Title:	Local Government Studies
Publisher:	Routledge Journals, Taylor and Fancis Ltd
ISSN:	0300-3930
Date:	2007
Volume:	Vol.33
Number:	No.1
Number of Pages:	20
Page Range:	pp. 97-116
Identification Number:	10.1080/03003930601081358
Status:	Peer Reviewed
Publication Status:	Published
Access rights to Published version:	Restricted or Subscription Access
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URI:	http://wrap.warwick.ac.uk/id/eprint/32124

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