International handbook on economic regulation

Michael Crew and David Parker have compiled a comprehensive, up-to-date and detailed analytical work on leading research issues in the economics of regulation.

With contributions from international specialists in economic regulation, the Handbook provides a comprehensive discussion of major developments in both the theory and practice of regulatory economics.

This book will be an indispensable source for both students and practitioners of regulation.The Handbook begins by looking at the principles, history and methods of regulation before turning to specialist themes including:pricing and social welfareregulating service qualityconsumer representation

As a major reference work, it is of value and assistance to economists in regulatory offices, regulated companies and government departments.