Foreword

This series is based upon work carried out under the socio-economics research programme at NRI. Its purpose is to provide an easily accessible medium for current research findings. Whilst it is hoped that the series will be of interest to those concerned with development issues worldwide, it may be of particular relevance to people working in developing countries.

The topics covered by the series are quite diverse, but principally relate to applied and adaptive research activity and findings. Some papers are largely descriptive, others concentrate on analytical issues, or relate to research methodologies

The aim is to present material in as straight-forward a fashion as possible so that it can reach a wide audience.

We are interested in the views and opinions of readers and welcome any feedback to this series.

Alan Marter Socio-economics Research Programme