The present book sets out to support rational choices in this matter by drawing
conclusions from three approaches.
The first is a systematic analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of each
method.
The second is an empirical investigation into the consistency of governance
between policy areas and between levels of government.
The third approach concentrates on effectiveness; what works to realise the
objectives of the major socio- economic policy fields of the EU.
They comprise competitiveness, macro and monetary, cohesion, environment,
employment and external.
Willem Molle is Professor in 'Economics of International Integration'
at Erasmus University, Rotterdam.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Definitions
3. Consistency
4. Effectiveness
5. Regulation
6. Budget
7. Coordination
8. Systemic Aspects
9. Practice in Major Policy Areas
10. Competitiveness and Innovation
11. Stabilisation
12. Cohesion
13. Sustainaibility
14. Employment and Social Protection
15. External
16. Conclusions
408 pages, Hardcover