Book
At the pleasure of the Crown : the politics of bureaucratic appointments / Christopher A. Cooper.
"Unlike most public servants, top administrators -- those who manage thousands of personnel and oversee millions of dollars in public spending -- are appointed by the head of government. At the Pleasure of the Crown is a detailed exploration of this central but overlooked aspect of governing. Christopher A. Cooper analyzes the appointment of deputy ministers in Canada's provincial bureaucracies over the last century, as governments have looked first for partisan loyalty, then candid advice, and ultimately feverish devotion to the policy agenda. Throughout, turnover among bureaucratic elites has remained highly political, with important consequences for the integrity of Canadian public institutions."-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780774864763 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 133 p. ; 24 cm.
- Publisher: Vancouver : UBC Press, 2020.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | To the victor go the spoils -- Public service bargains -- Testing public service bargains -- A closer look at bureaucratic turnover -- The politics of bureaucratic turnover. |
Search for related items by subject
Available copies
- 0 of 1 copy available at Legislative Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legislative Library, Vaughan Street | JL 108 Coo (Text) | 36970100249871 | General Collection | Volume hold | Checked out | 2022-12-05 |
