This paper aims to provide an overview of the different research themes and concepts that surround the investigation of crises and how these affect the delivery of important public services. It offers a critical reflection on what crisis means, how frequently we can identify one, and how this affects our notions of accountability (and possibly transparency) in the delivery of public services. Such considerations are based on a critical assessment of some of the main literature in the area, as well as the papers that form part of this special issue and which were initially presented at the ‘What is the Future of Public Accountability in the Aftermath of Crisis?’ workshop organized by the International Centre of Public Accountability, Durham University (UK) in November 2022. Thus, the particular contribution of the paper is a research agenda that focuses on issues relating to crisis and public‐service organizations as an encouragement to accounting and public‐management researchers to investigate accountability and governance issues in the face of crisis. This provides a stepping stone for more evidence‐based discussion of the impact of crises on these organizations. The paper also reflects on a stronger and much‐needed engagement between research and practice to make sure lessons are learnt, and mistakes not repeated, in the aftermath of crises.

Laurence Ferry

Noel Hyndman

Mariannunziata Liguori

Henry Midgley

Abacus

Since 1965 Abacus has consistently provided a vehicle for the expression of independent and critical thought on matters of current academic and professional interest in accounting, finance and business. The journal reports current research; critically evaluates current developments in theory and practice; analyses the effects of the regulatory framework of accounting, finance and business; and explores alternatives to, and explanations of, past and current practices.

Since its inception in 1965, the journal Abacus has consistently served as a platform for independent and critical thought on issues of current academic and professional interest in accounting, finance, and business. The journal reports on current research, critically evaluates recent developments in theory and practice, analyzes the impact of the regulatory framework on accounting, finance, and business, and explores alternatives to and explanations for past and present practices.

自1965年以来，《Abacus》期刊始终为会计、金融和商业领域的独立和批判性思考提供了一个平台。该期刊报道当前的研究，批判性地评估理论和实践中的最新发展，分析会计、金融和商业的监管框架的影响，并探索过去和现在实践的替代方案及其解释。

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