Regional Representations in the EU: Between Diplomacy and Interest Mediation (Palgrave Studies in European Union Politics)

Offices In Brussels Representing The Interests Of Regional Actors In The Eu Have Carved Out A Niche Position Within Europe's Expanding Multi-level Political System. They Are Now The Most Visible Indicators Of The Growing Role Played By Eu Regions. How Can We Understand Their Contribution To Eu Governance? What Do They Deliver To Europe's Regions? This Book Covers These Issues-- Regional Representations In The Eu : An Introduction -- Regional Representations In The Eu : A Framework For Analysis -- Regional Offices And The Domestic Politics Of Europe -- The Activity Profile Of Regional Representations In The Eu -- Resourcing And Organisational Principles -- Strategic Direction And Accountability -- Conclusion. Carolyn Rowe. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Cover......Page 1 Series......Page 2 Title......Page 4 Copyright......Page 5 Contents......Page 6 List of Illustrations......Page 7 List of Abbreviations......Page 9 Acknowledgements......Page 10 1 Regional Representations in the EU: An Introduction......Page 12 2 Regional Representations in the EU: A Frame work for Analysis......Page 25 3 Regional Offices and the Domestic Politics of Europe......Page 59 4 The Activity Profile of Regional Representations in the EU......Page 94 5 Resourcing and Organisational Principles......Page 137 6 Strategic Direction and Accountability......Page 180 7 Conclusion......Page 219 Notes......Page 226 References......Page 239 Index......Page 250 "Offices in Brussels representing the interests of regional actors in the EU have carved out a niche position within Europe's expanding multi-level political system. They are now the most visible indicators of the growing role played by EU regions. How can we understand their contribution to EU governance? What do they deliver to Europe's regions? This book covers these issues"-- Provided by publisher