The UK parliament
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The UK parliament
（Politics study guides）
Edinburgh University Press, c2009
- : pbk
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
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 System The House of Lords The House of Commons: Law-Making; Representing the People; Scrutinising the Executive The Parliament and the European Union The Parliament and the Devolved Bodies of the UK The Parliament and the Courts The Future of Parliament in an Age of Reform
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.
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