The Centre-Periphery Divide

This chapter unpacks the inherent conflict of interests in the centre-periphery divide. It explores how these conflicts are articulated in the context of determining the spatial allocation of services, and the centralisation and decentralisation of service facilities, in relation to values such as accessibility, efficiency, and quality. The chapter also delves into the question of public opinion on locational issues, with arguments illustrated by results from a citizen survey conducted in Sweden in 2022.