Developments in British Politics 6, Revised Edition

Now updated to cover New Labor's full first term and the 2002 General Election and ensuing changes, the latest version of the leading undergraduate student textbook brings together a set of specially-commissioned chapters focusing on the key features of British Politics under Blair.

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Focuses on the extent to which globalization, devolution, and the impact of European integration have made multi-level governance a central characteristic of UK politics. Assesses what is "new" about New Labor, and discusses major changes in constitutional arrangements, government institutions, and public policy. The changing roles and character of media, political participation, citizenship, and culture are highlighted. A conclusion assesses the nature and challenges of policy-making in a multi-level polity. For undergraduate students. Dunleavy teaches government at the London School of Economics. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Patrick Dunleavy is Professor of Government at the London School of Economics.

Andrew Gamble is Professor of Politics at the University of Sheffield.

Richard Heffernan is Lecturer in Government and Politics at the Open University.

Ian Holliday is Professor of Policy Studies at the City University of Hong Kong.