Philip Norton Livres

Focusing on the structure and processes of British government, this book provides an insider's analysis of political history, culture, and constitutional debates. It explores key elements such as political parties, elections, branches of government, media, and the UK's relationship with the European Union. The theme of continuity and change is central, utilizing historical and institutional insights to elucidate the dynamics of contemporary British politics.

Written from a UK perspective in a consistently clear and lively style, constantly challenging the reader and raising thought-provoking issues, Politics UK examines, in an introductory fashion, the core elements of politics in the United Kingdom. Provides information on the constitution, political ideology, parliament, Prime Minister and departments of the government, elections and voting behavior, the media, pressure groups, local government and the judiciary as well as the major policy areas. For anyone interested in the government and politics of the UK. Previous edition ISBN 0-132-69606-1.

A timely new book on how government operates - and the problems that can arise - by one of Britain's foremost constitutional experts. The book assesses the key principles and relationships at the heart of the constitution and how they are shaping and being shaped by the political turmoil of recent years. -- .

This antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original work, preserving its cultural significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. The reprint aims to protect and promote literature by providing a high-quality, affordable version that remains true to the original text.

The 1922 Committee is seen as the kingmaker in Conservative politics. This book provides a comprehensive account of its history, structure and influence. -- .

What role have parliaments played in the dramatic changes occurring in Eastern and Central Europe? Adopting a common research framework, the contributors analyze in detail the role and operations of parliaments in ten of the new democracies. They focus on what determines their capacity to have some impact on public policy. They identify the significance of parliaments operating in often hybrid systems of government, with the relationship between the executive and legislature not well defined, and with an absence of constraining influence that typify western political systems