Abstract
The aim of this article is to explore how democratically elected mayors can achieve mission-oriented policies in turbulent times. Drawing on 132 interviews with decision makers in England, this article uses the case of healthy urban development to explore the role of elected mayors in mission delivery. Findings show that mayors can be figureheads for a place, work directly towards national missions, implement cross-cutting programmes, convene partnerships and lead local innovations with new evidence and data. However, more central government support is needed with investment in capacity, a broader range of powers and greater freedom from central targets and siloes.
| Original language | English |
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| Article number | 2472014 |
| Number of pages | 14 |
| Journal | Regional Studies |
| Volume | 59 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Early online date | 28 Mar 2025 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | E-pub ahead of print - 28 Mar 2025 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2025 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.
Research Groups and Themes
- SPS Centre for Urban and Public Policy Research
- SPS Governance and Public Policy Research Centre
Keywords
- democratically elected mayors
- place-based leadership
- complexity
- mission-oriented policy
- health
- evidence
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