The changing constitution /

Providing an introduction to the topical subject of constitutional change in Britain, this book considers the historical origins of the constitution but focuses on reforms and their likely impact. It includes chapters on: The Legislature: The House of Commons and the House of Lords; The Executive; E...

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Detalhes bibliográficos
Autor principal: Harrison, Kevin
Outros Autores: Boyd, Tony
Formato: Licensed eBooks
Idioma:inglês
Publicado em: Edinburgh : Edinburgh University Press, ©2006.
coleção:Politics study guides.
Acesso em linha:https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=163372
Sumário:
  • Boxes; Tables; Preface; CHAPTER 1 The Legislature: The House of Commons and the House of Lords; CHAPTER 2 The Executive; CHAPTER 3 The Judiciary; CHAPTER 4 The Debate over a Written Constitution and a Bill of Rights for the UK; CHAPTER 5 Devolution: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and the English Regions; CHAPTER 6 Electoral Reform and Referendums; CHAPTER 7 The European Union and the United Kingdom Constitution; CHAPTER 8 The 'Hollowing-Out of the State'; Conclusion: A Constitutional Agenda?; References; Index.