Policy uncertainty and risk

by Tomas Hellström

"Policy Uncertainty and Risk presents a contribution to risk analysis and risk management in public policy and management at large. Special emphasis is put on the utilization of scientific knowledge by decision-makers in instances when knowledge in both spheres of science and administration is highly uncertain and contested. The book therefore contributes a model of science-practitioner interaction in a policy area of strong current relevance.". "Although essentially theory driven and conceptually oriented, the authors develop their argument for a new interpretation of policy relevant science through a number of pressing case studies. These studies include the recent BSE/CJD crises in the UK, the introduction of Marine Protected Areas in Sweden as well as the current practices surrounding risk management in corporate bodies.". "Drawing on empirical cases and theoretical explication, the book provides a number of suggestions as to how risk analysis and risk management may be more proper