Transaction Costs and Policy Network Theory
Hindmoor A
Public Administration, (UK), Spring 98 (76/1)
Start page: 25 No of pages: 19
Considers the value of transaction cost analysis for policy network theory, which is used to explain the relationship between government and other groups within the political community, such as pressure groups. 

The Government has issued draft regulations designed to protect consumers from unwanted direct marketing ‘junk’ faxes and phone calls.
Barbara Roche, Minister for Small Firms, said:”We all know how annoying it can be to be disturbed at home by an unsolicited phone call from a company intent on selling you something. 

The Home Office has announced plans to re-align prison and probation services so that boundaries match those of other key organisations working to crack crime and disorder. 

INNOVATION FOR THE 21ST CENTRURY ORGANISATION
Bob Galliers, Warwick Business School, UK and Walter Baets, Nijenrode University, Netherland.
This book discusses a holistic approach to organisations. It explores alternative organisational forms and work practices, the use and availability of information systems, evolving skill requirements, the innovative power of information technology, the creation of knowledge, and the re-shaping of industrial sectors. Presents forward looking exciting topics.