The UK Parliament

by Moyra Grant

Overview

This topical and accessible introductory guide to the workings of the UK's Westminster Parliament outlines the history, structure and functions of the Parliament and provides a topical evaluation of how well those functions are performed. Special attention is paid to the relationships the Parliament has with the government, the EU, devolved bodies, and the courts. There is also an analysis of the impact of recent and possible future Parliamentary reforms.Subjects covered include:The UK Parliamentary SystemThe House of LordsThe House of Commons: Law-Making; Representing the People; Scrutinising the ExecutiveThe Parliament and the European UnionThe Parliament and the Devolved Bodies of the UKThe Parliament and the CourtsThe Future of Parliament in an Age of Reform

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780748622610
Publisher:	Edinburgh University Press
Publication date:	03/21/2009
Series:	Politics Study Guides
Pages:	240
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Moyra Grant is Senior Tutor of A Level Government at the Mander Portman Woodward College

Table of Contents

Contents:; Introduction; 1. The UK Parliamentary System; 2. The House of Lords; 3. The House of Commons: Law-Making; 4. The House of Commons: Representing the People; 5. The House of Commons: Scrutinising the Executive; 6. The Parliament and the European Union; 7. The Parliament and the Devolved Bodies of the UK; 8. The Parliament and the Courts; Conclusion: The Future of Parliament in an Age of Reform.

Editorial Reviews

This book is a refreshingly outspoken read.

Overall, the book is remarkably up to date, generally easy and often fun to read.

Political Studies Review - Johannes Fritz