British Political Facts, 1900-1994

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**** The sixth edition (1986) is cited in ARBA 1987 and the Supplement to Sheehy. A concise reference that compiles political data, for students, researchers, journalists, and others. The material is organized in 22 chapters: ministries, parties, Parliament, elections, political allusions, civil service, royal commissions (also committees of inquiry and tribunals), justice and law enforcement, social conditions, employment and trade unions, the economy, the public sector, royalty, British Isles, local government, the Commonwealth, international relations, Britain and Europe, armed forces, the press, broadcasting authorities, and religion. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)