This Handbook provides a comprehensive global survey of the policy process. Written by an outstanding line up of distinguished scholars and practitioners, the Handbook covers all aspects of the policy process including:






Theory – from rational choice to the new institutionalism



Frameworks – network theory, advocacy coalition and development models



Key stages in the process – Formulation, implementation and evaluation



Agenda setting and decision making



The roles of key actors and institutions

This is an invaluable resource for all scholars, graduate students and practitioners in public policy and policy analysis.