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LEGAL GEOGRAPHIES OF WATER ::the spaces, places and narratives of human-water relations.
No full textThis book deepens our understanding of humanity's diverse relationships with water and the law, providing a critical assessment of this relationship, and charting the course towards a more sustainable and just water future.By using legal geography, this book pays particular attention to the place-based inter-relationships between water, people, and law (both formal and informal) and to the ways that law both constitutes and is constituted by the relationship between people and place. Starting in the 1980s, Chapter 2 investigates the early commodification of water through the liberalisation of rural water markets in Chile and the urban water supply and sanitation systems of England and Wales. Chapter 3 then examines the global expansion of neoliberal water governance in the 1990s, starting with donor-driven reforms in the global south and particularly Manila in the Philippines. Chapters 4 and 5 document both the grassroots response to these neoliberal water reforms and the inherent tensions in the attempts of the early 2000s to reconcile the recognition of a human right to water with the ongoing rollout of market mechanisms, both in the domestic context of South Africa and within the United Nations human rights system. Moving forward again, Chapter 6 examines the recent intensification of neoliberal water governance through financialisation and considers its specific impacts in Detroit and Flint, Michigan. Chapter 7 then considers the renewed global emphasis on living waters and Indigenous ontologies of water by examining the new legislative arrangements for the Whanganui River in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The book concludes in Chapter 8 by highlighting the stories of hope that can be found in many of the case studies explored in the book and in emerging examples from around the world.This book is essential reading for students and scholars interested in water law, security, and justice from across a wide range of disciplines, including environmental studies, law, geography, human rights, and political ecology
Governing China's digital transformation ::industrial policy, regulatory governance, and innovation /
No full text"This book examines China's digital transformation and its complex policy landscape, offering fresh insights into how the world's second-largest economy navigates the challenges of governing its rapidly evolving digital sector. Through detailed analysis, it reveals the intricate relationship between technological innovation and policy implementation in contemporary China. The book explores critical themes including digital industrial policies, competition regulation, data governance, and artificial intelligence development. It introduces two dynamics: the "digital amplification of fragmentation," which explains how digital technologies intensify existing governance challenges, and the "technology-policy recursive loop," which describes the interaction between technological advancement and regulatory responses. Using diverse data sources and covering developments such as China's 2020-2021 regulatory crackdown of major technology firms like Alibaba and Tencent, the book provides a comprehensive examination of China's unique approach to digital governance. Special attention is paid to pressing issues such as data security, cross-border data flows, and technological self-reliance. An essential read for policymakers, business leaders, and scholars seeking to understand China's digital economy and its implications for global digital governance. Its accessible analysis offers valuable insights for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, policy, and economic development in contemporary China"-- Provided by publisher
ENVIRONMENTAL LOBBYING AT THE UNITED NATIONS ::a guide to protecting our planet.
No full textThis book provides a step-by-step, insiders' guide on how to lobby and engage successfully at the United Nations. It reveals how the United Nations, which plays such a key role on issues from climate change to pollution of our air, land and sea, really works.In a world of rapid climate change, a flood of forever chemicals and plastic pollution, and the extinction of so much wildlife around the world, we need the convening power of the United Nations now more than ever. What's more, we need individuals and organisations dedicated to making sure the United Nations has the most positive impact it can. And yet, global diplomacy can be dauntingly challenging and complex. Drawing on the authors' combined 60 years of professional experience with the United Nations system, this book contains essential information for individuals and organisations seeking to engage in this complex and confusing world. From the very basic question of how to ensure you can even attend the event, this book offers hard-to-find information to help readers through this labyrinth, including insider acronyms and language, how and when are the best times to put your issue forward to achieve maximum impact, how the negotiations really work, who are the key players and how to engage with those players. The authors reveal how stakeholders can be effective from the very first day of their first UN meeting. Drawing on interviews with other experts, as well as training materials that have been produced by the authors, this book demystifies what to many outsiders can seem like an opaque and confusing world.This book is an essential resource for individuals and organisations entering the world of the United Nations for the first time, as well as those looking to gain a deeper understanding of how the world of international diplomacy really works
International law in action ::domestic and global legal affairs viewed through a legal prism /
No full textThis book provides an indispensable source for understanding Korean economic and political views. It compiles select news commentaries on the impact of international law on Korean domestic markets and politics from 2010 to 2020.Each section of the book begins with an original essay by the author discussing core issues covered by the news commentaries. Articles then follow, providing at-the-time analysis of the interactions between international law and international relations, as well as the interaction between domestic and international law. Many of the issues, such as China-US relations and refugee policy, are of global relevance, and the thematic clusters will give the readers and students a picture of: how international law actually operates in the field, how international law and international relations interact, and how legal discourse is taking place in the global and domestic community in this process.Written with a colloquial tone and colourful idioms, this supplementary reading is perfect for students looking to enrich their understanding of how law lies behind newspaper headlines. It will also be of interest to scholars and instructors of international economic law, Korean studies, and international relations
Agricultural and climate change adaptation ::reflections from Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa /
No full text"This book presents an analysis of climate change and agricultural laws in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa in order to determine whether they adequately addressed the concept of agricultural adaptation. As one of the biggest contributing industries to climate change, agricultural adaptation is key. Focusing on three countries, this book provides a novel, comparative examination of how and to what extent the law promotes agriculture-focused adaptation in these regions. The role of the law in addressing issues such as water management strategies, soil conservation methods and crop production methods are discussed. The book identifies gaps in the regulatory frameworks for agricultural adaptation and highlights the lack of adaptive capacity of African agriculture due to weak or non-existing legal frameworks. It discusses ways to remedy these gaps through specific on-farm adaptation strategies, legislative amendments to consolidate all relevant national climate change-related policies and laws with agricultural policies and laws that have relevant provisions on adaptation as medium-term solutions, and the development of a specific framework law for agriculture-focused adaptation, incorporating essential agricultural-adaptation strategies, could perhaps be enacted as long-term solutions to the regulatory gaps. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of law, climate change, food and agriculture, sustainable development and African studies"-
Gender, freedom of religion and progressive constitutionalism ::the impact of the Sabarimala decision in India /
No full text"This book examines the role of courts in settling religious disputes in the context of wider debates around religion and gender. By declaring the long-standing tradition of prohibiting entry of menstruating women in the Sabarimala temple unconstitutional, in the Indian Young Lawyers Association v. State of Kerala (Sabarimala case), the Supreme Court of India has not only recognised the women's right to access the temple but also ignited debates on the role of constitutional courts in adjudicating religious disputes and bringing social transformation in India. This work explores the nexus of religious freedom and gender equality, the nature and scope of religious freedom under the Indian Constitution, and judicial approaches in adjudicating religious matters. Thus, it provides a contextual and comprehensive analysis of the Sabarimala case for implementing and enforcing court-crafted constitutional rights in India. The study will be of interest to academics and researchers working in the areas of Human Rights Law, Law and Religion, Law and Gender, Social Justice and Constitutional Law. Thus, it provides a contextual and comprehensive analysis of the Sabarimala case for implementing and enforcing court-crafted constitutional rights. The book includes a discussion of how judicial interventions can bring about progressive social change that can offer valuable lessons on judicial frameworks to advance gender justice more widely"-
Strategic security management ::a risk assessment guide for decision makers /
No full textStrategic Security Management, Third Edition is a vital roadmap for modern security professionals, delivering a comprehensive, data-driven approach to risk assessment and protective strategy. This authoritative guide not only meets the critical demand for actionable best practices in security but also empowers readers with the analytical tools necessary for informed, scenario-specific decision-making. Going beyond theory, this book presents advanced methods for assessing threats, vulnerabilities, and risks-anchoring these concepts in the real-world development and execution of effective security programs. Readers are guided through every stage of building and managing a security operation, from program design and implementation to performance evaluation and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on measurable outcomes, this text explores how to strategically allocate security resources-whether personnel, procedures, or technology-using quantifiable metrics to maximize impact.Written by leading experts in the field, this book serves as an essential reference for professionals responsible for protecting organizational assets. It also serves as a powerful stepping stone for security and criminal justice students aiming to rise within the ranks of corporate security leadership
Introduction to procurement in the public sector /
No full textPublic procurement is an exciting, challenging profession that is responsible for the procurement of goods, services, and construction at every level of government, estimated at nearly 13 trillion US dollars worldwide. Public procurement professionals often work behind the scenes to promote responsive and responsible government, improving the quality of life for the people in their communities. Introduction to Procurement in the Public Sector, Fourth Edition is designed to provide an overview of the field, introduce the reader to the public procurement profession, and explore the wide variety of responsibilities and practices that must be addressed throughout the public procurement cycle.This book offers a thorough and complete overview of the function and profession of public procurement, explores legal frameworks, examines contract administration, and investigates a variety of solicitation methods and processes, with an emphasis on what happens post-award, including surplus and disposal. Introduction to Procurement in the Public Sector, Fourth Edition provides the reader with a comprehensive understanding of the public procurement profession, as well as insight into methods, strategies, and tools for successful and ethical procurement practice. The book is an ideal primer for those entering the field of public procurement and serves as a comprehensive textbook for courses in public administration, supply chain management, and related fields of study
Guide to JCT Minor Works Building Contract 2024 /
No full textThe latest edition of the JCT guide series provides an indispensable resource for architects navigating the JCT Minor Works Contract suite 2024. It offers a clear, practical breakdown of every provision, procedure and supplementary condition, comparing obligations under both the Minor Works and Minor Works with Contractor's Design contracts.This guide equips you to handle on-site contractual challenges with confidence, supported by the latest case law and legislative updates.Key features of the 2024 edition: Detailed analysis of the JCT Minor Works Building Contract 2024, explaining every update. Coverage of recent legislative changes, including the Building Safety Act, Building Regulations Part 2A and Procurement Act 2023. Case law updates on key topics, such as design liability, concurrent delay, practical completion, liquidated damages and more. Comparative insights on NEC4 and RIBA Building Contracts, offering broader context for contract administration. New figures and tables, designed to enhance clarity and usability. Whether you're an experienced architect or a student preparing for exams, this guide is designed to save you time and ensure you stay informed and compliant. With its easy-to-follow structure and expert analysis, it's an essential tool for successfully managing JCT contracts
The common law tradition in America ::a personal statement /
No full text"Using a thematic approach to American law and legal history, The Common Law Tradition in America introduces readers to the scholars, judges, and critics who made the law at once a stable source of rules and a dynamic system capable of responding to social and economic changes. Beginning with the common law "at home" in England on the eve of the American Revolution, the book introduces readers to the scholarly Sir William Blackstone, the activist judge Lord Mansfield, and the radical critic Jeremy Bentham. Having established the themes of tradition, innovation, and criticism, the book then examines the challenges that faced the common law in America: written constitutions, a new form of legal education, and the rapidly growing number of statutes. Finally, using selected examples, the book demonstrates the continuing influence of these themes in present American law. As befits "a personal statement," The Common Law Tradition in America is written in a relaxed style, enlivened with engaging anecdotes. It offers law students, researchers of legal history, practicing lawyers, and the general reader an overview of law and legal development, above the technicalities of law school and practice"-- Provided by publisher