Governing Partially Independent Nation-Territories: Evidence from Northern Europe

This book assesses the quality of self-government in four northern European regions with strong autonomy rights. Examining the experiences of Scotland, the Faroe Islands, Greenland and the ?land Islands, it considers how these regions have developed their own political and administrative systems within the larger states they form part of. The book looks to understand the key democratic and administrative qualities of a functioning self-government, and how geographic size and economic and human resources can impact the ways in which partially independent territories govern. It also assesses the emotional dimensions of regional nationalism, and how this impacts the concept and public perception of partially independent nation-territories. By focusing on the quality of self-government within these nation-territories, the book considers whether strong autonomy contributes to peaceful co-existence within established national borders, or provides new munition for secessionist movements. It will appeal to students and scholars of sub-national governance, European politics, territorial politics and conflict management.

Author: Jan Sundberg

Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan

Publication Date: Jul 04, 2024

Number of Pages: 320 pages

Binding: Hardback or Cased Book

ISBN-10: 3031541758

ISBN-13: 9783031541759