Mechanisms aimed at socio-economic development at the local level in North America and Britain
Keywords:
British economic development, community economic development, economic development organisation, economic trends, enterprise zones, job creation, public-private corporation, social development, South African local government role, US economic developmentAbstract
The role of local governments in economic and social development is not well defined in South Africa. This article examines the promotion of economic and social development by local governments and other local organizations in North America and Britain. There it is general practice for local governments to be involved in promoting economic development, usually as facilitator, negotiator and coordinator. Private-public corporations are often utilised for this purpose. Activities vary from neighbourhood revitalization to harbour and airport construction . Regional planning organizations coordinate activities and monitor social and economic indicators.
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