Politics and Governance in the UK

Michael Moran is Emeritus Professor of Government, The University of Manchester, UK. A Fellow of the British Academy, he is a past editor of Political Studies and Government and Opposition. His other books include Business, Politics and Society (2009) and The British Regulatory State (2007).

'Rigorously-researched, theoretically-informed, and, above all, incredibly readable, Politics and Governance in the UK is, quite simply, a tour de force of a textbook. It is an absolute "must read" for all students of British politics'. - Nicola Smith, University of Birmingham, UK 'Comprehensive and accessible and yet engaging and innovative at the same time, the latest edition of this landmark text provides a judicious and creatively illustrated mix of theory, commentary and analysis. Moran brings the trials and tribulations of British politics alive as never before.' - Colin Hay, Sciences Po, France Review of previous edition: "Unlike many British politics texts, Moran succeeds in weaving theoretical debates directly into the narrative, producing a comprehensive and readable volume that is easily accessible to students both inside and outside the UK." - Terrence Casey, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, USA, and Executive Director of the APSA British Politics Group 'Politics and Governance in the UK has established itself as the best introductory text for students of British politics. This new edition draws on the latest research and most recent political developments to provide an unrivalled account of the way Britain is governed. - Andrew Gamble, University of Sheffield and University of Cambridge, UK

• 1. Why Politics Matters And Why British Politics Matters2. Politics And Policy In A Capitalist Democracy3. The Constitution And The British Political Culture4. The Core Executive In The Westminster System5. Departments And Agencies In The Westminster System6. Representing Interests In The Westminster System7. Parliament In The Westminster System8. Devolved Government In Northern Ireland9. From Devolution To Dissolution: Governing Scotland And Wales10. The Worlds Of Local And Regional Government: Multi-Level Governance In Action11. Europeanizing British Government12. Parties And Their Organization13. Parties And Their Ideologies14. How Citizens Participate15. How Political Communication Happens16. How Elections Are Decided17. How Leaders Are Selected18. Understanding Policy Under Multilevel Governance19. Managing Resource Raising And Allocation20. Managing Justice And Security21. Managing, Protecting And Creating Citizen Rights22. Understanding The British State: Theories And Evidence.