Already established as the leading introductory text, this new second edition has been comprehensively revised - and in large part rewritten - to provide a definitive introduction to politics and government under John Major. Six completely new chapters have been added on the social and economic context, the European Union, the policy process Northern Ireland and law and order. The book has been completely redesigned in a new larger format with numerous additional figures, tables and exhibits. Reviewers' comments on the first edition: '...a textbook with a difference; it goes beyond anything else that is available...it is a pleasure to read and can be warmly recommended.' Talking Politics '...a bold attempt to provide in one large volume a clear account of both the institutions and the issues of British Politics...from a pedagogic point of view, the brief introductions and summaries at the beginning and end of each chapter, together with the questions, assignments and suggestions for further reading, are all very helpful - as are the numerous tables, figures and boxed examples.' Political Studies '...an impressive book, remarkable for its clarity and its teaching apparatus...as well as for its scope. ' West European Politics