Devolution in the United Kingdom (Politics Study Guides) - Softcover

Deacon, Russell

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0748646515 ISBN 13: 9780748646517

Verlag: Edinburgh University Press, 2012

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This is a straightforward introduction to devolution in all four countries of the UK. This book provides an introduction to the major changes in the political landscape of the UK caused by the political devolution of power to London, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. There is extensive examination of the historical background to these changes with an even more detailed focus upon contemporary political events. The book also helps those wishing to understand devolution by explaining its development, and assessing the operation, strengths and weaknesses of the devolved state. Throughout the text there are relevant examples used which illustrate the application of more complex ideas and terms, and a balanced picture is presented which takes in the views of federalists, unionists and nationalists. It defines and assesses legislative, executive and administrative devolution across the UK. It considers the impact of devolved bodies on policy and legislative outcomes. It examines the current and likely future impact of the devolved bodies. It details the relationship between the devolved bodies and the Westminster government. It explores the extent to which the system of government in the UK as a whole has changed. It places political developments in their social, economic and cultural contexts.

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Russell Deacon is a guest lecturer in the Department of History at the University of Wales Trinity St David. Alan Sandry is Lecturer in Social and Political Theory at the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff.

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AUTHOR APPROVEDPolitics Study GuidesSeries Editor: Duncan WattsThis is a series of well-written, accessible introductions to key areas of Politics courses taught at both A-level/Highers and undergraduate level.Each book is structured in the same way, with all chapters including the following:• A short boxed paragraph of introduction, setting out the broad area to be explored• A brief conclusion summarising what you should have learnt• A glossary of key terms• Sample examination questions• Helpful websites• Suggestions for further readingThe emphasis is on responding to student needs by producing up-to-date material written in a user-friendly style.Devolution in the United KingdomSecond EditionRussell DeaconYour one-stop guide to the politics of devolution in the United KingdomThe political landscape of the UK was changed dramatically with the devolution of power to London, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. This introduction to the major changes caused by devolution looks at both the historical background and contemporary political events. It assesses the operation, strengths and weaknesses of the devolved state, using highly relevant case studies to illustrate more complex ideas. Its balanced approach takes in the views of federalists, unionists and nationalists.Key features of the second edition:* Revised and updated throughout* New case studies and tables* New sections on topics include updates on English regionalism; the London Mayor; the Calman Commission; the Scottish independence referendum; devolution and the Con-Lib Westminster coalition government; and the evolution of the Northern Ireland Assembly under the DUP/Sinn Fein leadership* The only up-to-date, comprehensive introduction to the politics of devolution covering all parts of the UK and Northern IrelandRussell Deacon is a part-time tutor at the University of Wales Trinity St David. He is the author of /Devolution in Britain Today/ (2006), /The Governance of Wales/ (2002) and /The History of the Liberal Party in Wales/ (2012).

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Edinburgh University Press
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0748646515
• ISBN 13: 9780748646517
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Sprache: Englisch
• Auflage: 2
• Anzahl der Seiten: 280
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar