Political Parties in the UK
Description
A fully updated and revised second edition of a systematic introduction to UK party politics. Key developments covered include the continued decline in support for the three mainstream parties and the rise of the Scottish National Party.
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This is a really impressive book: it is comprehensive, well-organized, well-written, and based on the very latest research. Its analysis is rooted in a deep understanding and knowledge of the country's parties and its party system(s). Highly recommended. * Tim Bale, Queen Mary University of London, UK * The best text available on UK political parties. Thoroughly revised and updated to reflect a rapidly changing political environment. Insightful, informed and packed with fascinating detail. Simply an essential book for anyone studying or teaching party politics. * Lynn Bennie, University of Aberdeen, UK *More details
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Alistair Clark is Senior Lecturer in Politics at Newcastle University, UK. He is a former winner of the Political Studies Association's Arthur McDougall Prize. He has written extensively on political parties, elections and electoral integrity.
Content
1. Introduction: The Development of the UK Party System.- 2. The Role of Political Parties in the UK.- 3. The Conservative Party.- 4. The Labour Party.- 5. The Liberal Democrats 6. The Scottish National Party.- 7. Beyond the Mainstream.- 8. The UK's 'Multi-Level' Party Systems.- 9. Parties and the Media.- 10. Developments in Party Organisation and Funding.- 11. Party Campaigns and Elections.- 12. Conclusion: Political Parties in the UK.