Alignments of instruments and action in governance: a synthesis

Abstract

This synthesis begins with propositions concerning instrument-action alignments in governance which underpin the Special Issue and companion Special Issue in March 2016. Thereafter, instrument choices and efficacy are considered with reference to how the alignments are crafted, as influenced by their nature, pervasiveness and warranting. An appreciation of these matters assists in understanding important thematic interests and concerns of the Special Issues.

Keywords:

• instruments
• action
• governance
• institutional maturity
• legitimacy
• responsibility
• state
• market
• civil society