Essential public affairs for journalists

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Essential public affairs for journalists

James Morrison

Oxford University Press, c2021

7th ed

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Previous ed.: 2019

Includes bibliographical references (p. [477]-480) and index

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Essential Public Affairs for Journalists is the definitive handbook for journalism students looking for a firm foundation in their understanding of central and local government in the UK. The book guides readers through the constitutional framework and the governing institutions of the United Kingdom before considering the electoral system and the principal political parties. A number of key topics are discussed, including COVID-19 and healthcare, Brexit, education, housing, transport, and social security. James Morrison seamlessly depicts how these services operate while educating readers on how informative news stories are generated in the public eye. Every chapter ends with a helpful summary of 'take-home points', allowing students to recap on areas that are likely to be examined. 'Current issues' are also offered as thinking points for students in considering how governance of the UK interacts with public and cultural affairs. Digital formats and resources The seventh edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks

Table of Contents

1: The British constitution and monarchy 2: Parliamentary democracy in the UK 3: Prime minister, Cabinet, and government 4: Britain's electoral systems 5: Political parties, party funding, and lobbying 6: The National Health Service 7: The Treasury, industry, and the utilities 8: Social security and home affairs 9: The origins and structure of local government 10: Financing local government 11: Local government decision-making 12: Local government accountability and elections 13: Education 14: Planning policy and environmental protection 15: Housing 16: Children's services and adult social care 17: Transport, environment, leisure, and culture 18: Freedom of information

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