Crisis Management in the Power Industry: The Inside Story of an Industry in Crisis Book

Crisis Management in the Power Industry is an in-depth examination of the UK's electricity industry over the last seventy years, including such issues as the 1984 coal miner's strike and current privatization. The full implications of the vulnerability of the electricity supply are analyzed, with special reference to past industrial action. In the wake of privatization, challenging and controversial questions are raised which are of fundamental importance to the UK's economy, quality of life and political stability. In addition, a full account of the changes in structure, technology and industrial relations in the electricity supply industry are set forward. Crisis Management in the Power Industry should be widely read by members of the electrical industry as well as the general public. It is also of interest to those involved in public sector management, industrial relations and strategy.Read More