People in Cities : A Transatlantic Policy Exchange

This study addresses the effectiveness of US urban policies, assessing the main strengths and weaknesses of urban initiatives.

The main topics discussed include crime and policing, community renewal, political management and the public, private and voluntary sectors.

The text should be of interest to all those in local and central governments who wish to devise new strategies for regenerating their own towns and cities in ways which build on the strengths of local communities.

Fresh insights and practical ideas are discussed.