Between Supply and Demand for Accountability in the Legitimation of Public Governance
Between Supply and Demand for Accountability in the Legitimation of Public Governance

Author(s): Paolo Ricci
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Economy, Business Economy / Management, Governance, Accounting - Business Administration, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Университет за национално и световно стопанство (УНСС)
Keywords: accountability; public governance; felt accountability; trust; happiness
Summary/Abstract: This work is a critical accountability literature highlighting some elements related to supply and demand and how their analysis is crucial for legitimising public governance and democracy. This paper seeks to delve deeper into the literature on the topic by highlighting some aspects of accountability, with particular attention to the metamorphosis that studies demonstrate of accountability, changes and challenges resulting from the relationship that develops between account holders and account givers. Theories have not always focused attention on some formal and non-formal processes that can affect the results of public administration and that qualify accountability. The article aims to understand the reasons for the gap and bridge that gap between supply and demand by focusing on some critical elements that emerge from the literature.

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