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Introduction

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  22 November 2024

Karen Yeung  and
Sofia Ranchordás
Karen Yeung
Affiliation:
University of Birmingham
Sofia Ranchordás
Affiliation:
Tilburg University, The Netherlands
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Summary

This chapter offers an introduction to the book. It defines regulation, distinguishing it from other concepts such as governance. We define regulation as ‘intentional, organised attempts to manage or control risk or the behaviours of a different party through the exercise of authority, usually through the use of mechanisms of standard-setting, monitoring and information-gathering and behaviour modification to address a collective tension or problem’. The Introduction reflects upon the most important changes in regulation in the last two decades and the growing relevance of regulation in society. The chapter explains significant changes in the practice and context of regulation that have occurred since the first editions was published.

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regulationgovernancelawpublic policyAIrisk regulationlegitimacyaccountabilitytechnologyglobalization
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An Introduction to Law and Regulation
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Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2024

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Baldwin, R., Scott, C., and Hood, C. (1998). (eds.). A Reader on Regulation. Oxford University Press.Google Scholar
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  • Introduction
  • Karen Yeung, University of Birmingham, Sofia Ranchordás, Tilburg University, The Netherlands
  • Book: An Introduction to Law and Regulation
  • Online publication: 22 November 2024
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009379007.003
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  • Introduction
  • Karen Yeung, University of Birmingham, Sofia Ranchordás, Tilburg University, The Netherlands
  • Book: An Introduction to Law and Regulation
  • Online publication: 22 November 2024
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009379007.003
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  • Introduction
  • Karen Yeung, University of Birmingham, Sofia Ranchordás, Tilburg University, The Netherlands
  • Book: An Introduction to Law and Regulation
  • Online publication: 22 November 2024
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009379007.003
Available formats
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