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Why ministers and civil servants must change their ways

George Jones and John Stewart examine the implications for central government of the recent Commons CLG select committee inquiry report into the local-central balance of power

By George Jones, John Stewart | 04 June 2009

 The Government professes a belief in devolution, but its rhetoric is stronger than its actions. 

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Popular articles by John Stewart

  1. A glimmer of hope?
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