How Parliament Works Paperback / softback
by Nicolas (House of Lords, UK) Besly, Tom (Houses of Parliament, UK.) Goldsmith
Paperback / softback
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Written by expert insiders, How Parliament Works is a straightforward and readable analysis of one of the country’s most complex – and often misunderstood – institutions.
Covering every aspect of the work, membership and structures of both Houses, this key text provides a unique insight into the work and daily life of Parliament. The ninth edition has been substantially revised to take account of recent changes in both Houses, and to cover all the key issues affecting Parliament and politics, such as:Changes in membership of both Houses since the 2019 general electionDevelopments on Brexit, including Parliament’s scrutiny of post-Brexit arrangementsCoverage of recent issues such as the Cherry/Miller prorogation case and its implications for the constitutional role of Parliament, the role of the Speaker in the Brexit process, dissent in Parliament and disagreement between the HousesUpdates on developments on restoration and renewalNew material on representation of different groups in and by ParliamentExplanations of Parliament’s response to allegations of bullying and harassmentHow Parliament adapted to carry on functioning during the covid-19 pandemicNew in-text features, case studies and photographsHow Parliament Works is essential reading for anyone who has anything to do with the Westminster Parliament: journalists, civil servants, lawyers, lobbyists, business and trade associations, diplomats, overseas parliaments and international bodies – and indeed members of both Houses.
How Parliament Works is also an invaluable companion to the study of politics at A, A2 and university level, and provides a wealth of source material for teachers.
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In Stock - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:424 pages, 9 Tables, color; 2 Line drawings, color; 35 Halftones, color; 37 Illustrations, color
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:29/09/2023
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- ISBN:9781032015019
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In Stock - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:424 pages, 9 Tables, color; 2 Line drawings, color; 35 Halftones, color; 37 Illustrations, color
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:29/09/2023
- Category:
- ISBN:9781032015019
