The quest for implementation: can governments still get things done?

Governments seem to be struggling with policy making and implementation in a high-tech and fragmenting society. In this special issue the question is addressed if governments still can get things done. Different phases in the policy process and levels of analysis are covered. Articles delve into cases in The Netherlands, Hungary and the UK. This special issue illustrates that a shift from general arrangements to tailor-made solutions and a more human sized approach is needed.