Devolution in the United Kingdom
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Devolution in the United Kingdom
（Politics study guides）
Edinburgh University Press, c2012
2nd ed
- : hbk
- : pbk
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"First edition published c2007 Russell Deacon and Alan Sandry"--T.p. verso
Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
- Volume
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: pbk ISBN 9780748646517
Description
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.
Table of Contents
- 1. The Background to Devolution
- 2. 'Devolution all round?': the case of England
- 3. English devolution: London leads the way?
- 4. The Evolution of Scottish Devolution
- 5. The Governance of Scotland
- 6. Political Parties and Politics in Scotland
- 7. The Government of Wales
- 8. The Continuing Evolution of Welsh Devolution
- 9. Northern Ireland: Historical Political Development
- 10. Northern Ireland and Devolution: Structures and Process
- 11. Political Parties within Northern Ireland
- 12. Creeping Federalism or a Unitary State?.
- Volume
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: hbk ISBN 9780748646524
Description
This series introduces the key areas of Politics courses, centred on the topics most frequently taught at school and undergraduate level. Each book is structured in the same way, with all chapters including the following: An 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 reading. This series responds to student needs by producing up-to-date material written in a user-friendly style.
Table of Contents
- 1. The Background to Devolution
- 2. 'Devolution all round?': the case of England
- 3. English devolution: London leads the way?
- 4. The Evolution of Scottish Devolution
- 5. The Governance of Scotland
- 6. Political Parties and Politics in Scotland
- 7. The Government of Wales
- 8. The Continuing Evolution of Welsh Devolution
- 9. Northern Ireland: Historical Political Development
- 10. Northern Ireland and Devolution: Structures and Process
- 11. Political Parties within Northern Ireland
- 12. Creeping Federalism or a Unitary State?
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