France is a decentralised unitary state with several levels of local and regional government, where much of the day-to-day political activity occurs. This chapter examines the powers and electoral systems of these authorities, as well as how they interact with the national government. The chapter emphasises the importance of local politics within the broader political system. It also addresses the organisation of overseas territories and their distinctive political structures.

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Multi-Level Politics: The Local and Regional Levels

  • Calixte Bloquet

摘要

France is a decentralised unitary state with several levels of local and regional government, where much of the day-to-day political activity occurs. This chapter examines the powers and electoral systems of these authorities, as well as how they interact with the national government. The chapter emphasises the importance of local politics within the broader political system. It also addresses the organisation of overseas territories and their distinctive political structures.