The Changing Constitution (Politics Study Guides)

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This textbook provides an introduction to the topical subject of constitutional change in Britain. It considers the historical origins of the constitution but its main focus is on recent reforms and their likely impact.It includes chapters on:x95; The Legislature: The House of Commons and the House of Lordsx95; The Executivex95; The Judiciaryx95; The Debate over a Written Constitution and a Bill of Rights for the UKx95; Devolution: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and the English Regionsx95; Electoral Reform and Referendax95; The European Union and the United Kingdom Constitutionx95; The 'Hollowing Out of the State'The key theme running throughout the book is the debate as to whether the constitution has undergone a revolutionary transformation or has gradually evolved.Key Features* Includes up-to-date examples of constutional change in Britain* Offers a readable, stimulating and provocative introduction to the subject* Covers all the major issues surrounding the constitution in Britain

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Kevin Harrison teaches Politics and History at Manchester College of Arts and Technology and is an Associate Lecturer at the Open University. Tony Boyd is a retired teacher of Politics and Modern History.