How do political and economic forces shape governance in Northern Ireland? This paper considers the political economy dimension to government and governance in Northern Ireland, examining the complex interrelationship between politics and economics in a devolved government system. The author offers a background to the task of understanding the circumstances under which the citizens of Northern Ireland will confer legitimacy to the government. Written prior to the elections of May 1996, the paper acknowledges the possibility of a prolonged period of negotiations. Like so many other troubled places on earth, Northern Ireland needs politicians with vision. The research asks if the representatives of the paramilitaries, the parapoliticians, can deliver that vision, emphasizing the need for visionary leadership to navigate the challenges facing Northern Ireland.
This paper's analysis of government and governance in Northern Ireland, with a focus on the interplay between politics and economics, aligns with the International Journal of Social Economics' scope. The journal is intersted in all the aspects affecting world economics. The paper offers a perspective on the challenges of achieving stability and legitimacy in a complex political environment, reflecting the journal's broader focus on the social and political dimensions of economic issues.
| Category | Category Repetition |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences: Economic theory. Demography: Economics as a science | 1 |