A well-known and respected author team provide an authoritative, original and up-to-date introduction to British Politics. In contrast to other books it places a greater emphasis on the importance of the global economy and Britain's place in Europe and the extent to which the British constitution is equipped for the challenges of the 21st century. An authoritative book which covers all the key themes and issues within British politics by providing a solid framework for discussion with student questions,and chapter summaries which aid learning. Authors: Professor Ivor Crewe, Professor Ian Budge, Professor David McKay, Professor Kenneth Newton all based at the Department of Government, University of Essex. Specially commissioned contributors: Professor Albert Weale, Department of Government, University of Essex, Professor Maurice Sunkin, Department of Law, University of Essex, Nigel South, Department of Sociology, University of Essex and David Robertson, St Hughes College, Oxford.