David Regeczi provides new insights on public-private partnership in his dissertation

When the private sector is involved in areas traditionally associated with the public sector, controversy sometimes ensues. Some people find it morally offensive that individuals or corporations might profit from the provision of public goods. Often, the dispute is driven more by passion and value-laden assumptions about the roles of the public and private sectors than by uncertainty about whether public-sector services are being delivered in an efficient and legitimate manner. This criticism can be levelled at either side of the ideological divide. Some people blindly support or oppose the idea of (market-based) public-private partnerships at all levels, based on particular ideological beliefs about the value of government and business in society.

The study provides a balanced look at public-private partnerships, acknowledging both their strengths and their weaknesses. It also fills a number of gaps in the study of public-private partnerships. First, rather than focusing on the financial aspects of public-private partnership, it examines the political implications of using this instrument of public procurement. It also delves into the question of political legitimacy and its influences on the effectiveness of public-private partnerships. The legitimacy-versus-effectiveness argument—hotly debated in the field of governance—also offers insights into sustainable development, another issue addressed in the book.

David Regéczi holds two Masters degrees from Queen’s University in Ontario, Canada: the first in history and the second in public administration. After finalising his dissertation at CSTM, he joined Research for Beleid in Zoetermeer.

David Regéczi defended his PhD on May 9 and his dissertation, titled ‘Private Equity; Public principle: Evaluating the legitimacy and sustainability of public-private partnerships’ can be ordered at CSTM.

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