Mastering British politics [Paperback]

Providing an introduction to British politics, this book aims to facilitate a better understanding of the political system. It covers the history, the constitutional framework, the traditions and culture and the structure and procedures of the democratic process of government in Britain.mart 1 The political and electoral context: British political culture; the living constitution; the electoral system; voting behaviour. Part 2 Sources of power, pressure and opinion: the political parties; pressure groups; the media; public opinion. Part 3 Parliament: the monarchy; the House of Lords; the House of Commons. Part 4 Central government: Prime Minister and cabinet; ministers and departments; the civil service; policy and decision-making. Part 5 Other public institutions: local government; the public sector; the legal system. Part 6 Democracy in Britain: Britain in Europe; British parliamentary democracy.