Politics and Policy of London

Patrick Diamond is Professor of Public Policy at Queen Mary University of London, UK.Elizabeth Simon is Lecturer in Politics at the University of Exeter, UK.

“Given its political, economic and cultural importance to the UK and the world, there is a surprising lack of serious analysis of the politics and governance of London. At last, this comprehensive volume fills that gap. Essential reading.”Andrew Blick, Professor of Politics and Contemporary History, King's College London, UK“London looms large in British politics, but not in political research: we know far too little about the changing preferences of citizens in the capital, or what shapes London's distinctive 21st century politics. This brilliant new volume brings together a top team of researchers to help explain what makes London and Londoners different and explains the challenges facing politicians and policymakers seeking to govern a "global city." Vital reading for anyone interested in understanding the volatile and fast changing political landscape in London and beyond.”Robert Ford, Professor in Political Science, University of Manchester, UK"London's future depends crucially on politicians and policy-makers of every kind understanding the city's character, building on its strengths and addressing its weaknesses. Every one of them should read this book."Dave Hill, Publisher and Editor of the website OnLondon.co.uk and writer for On London Extra

• Introduction Part 1: Politics: Parties and the Electoral Landscape 1. How the London Boroughs Shape City-wide Politics: Political Change, Party Capacity and Boroughs as ‘Building Blocks’ 2. Understanding the Changing Vote Choices and Attitudes of Londoners Over Time: Has London Become a ‘Labour City’? 3. How London’s Changing Demographics Have Driven Electoral Change 4. (How) Can the Conservatives Capture the London Mayoralty? 5. Is London’s Electoral Landscape Becoming Increasingly Fragmented? Part 2: Politics: Electoral Divides 6. The Ethnic Divide in Politics in London and Beyond 7. Gender-based Voting and the Institutional Evaluation Gap in London 8. Age and Generation as Dividing Lines in the Capital 9. Class and Education Divides in London’s Politics Part 3: Policy Agendas 10. The Role of the Mayor of London: Powers and Responsibilities 11. Policing in London: The Politics of Crime and Public Safety 12. The London Economy after Brexit 13. Opportunity and Inequality in the City of London: Elite Jobs, Social Mobility, and the Reproduction of Class Advantage 14. Housing, (Re)development and Gentrification in the Capital 15. Climate and Environmental Issues in London 16. Health Inequalities in London 17. London and Its Governance: Vision and Delivery. Conclusion