their independence from government and reinforcing parliament's position at the apex of accountability institutions. At the … same time, parliaments can also play a key role in promoting accountability, through constituency outreach, public hearings …

This book is a contribution to efforts to improve governance systems around the world, particularly in developing … governance reform initiatives. Its overarching argument is that the development community is not lacking the tools needed for … technical solutions to governance challenges. The toolbox is overflowing; best practice manuals in various areas of interest …