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The Modernization and Improvement of Government and Public Services: The Role of Leadership in the Modernization and Improvement of Public Services

Jean Hartley Local Government Centre, Warwick Business School, University of Warwick
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Maria Allison Local Government Centre, Warwick Business School, University of Warwick
Pages 35-40 | Published online: 15 Mar 2010

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