Description
Book Synopsisaeo Provides a clear summary of recent research into British political parties in the key policy areas. aeo It is user--friendly with each chapter divided into four clear sections so readers can easily digest and compare the chaptersa findings. aeo Takes full account of the last general election and the party conference season of 1997.
Trade Review"A most valuable collection of essays with useful chronologies and bibliographies."
H. Steck, SUNY College at CortlandTable of ContentsList of Tables.
Preface and Acknowledgements.
Party Activity and the Making of Party Policy: An Overview: Richard Kelly.
1. Economic and Industrial Policy: Steven Fielding and Jonathan Tonge.
2. Europe and Foreign Affairs: Fergus Carr.
3. Health, Education and Social Security: Brian Lund.
4. Law, Order and Civil Liberties: Steven Foster.
5. Racial Equality: Shamit Saggar.
6. Sex Equality: Ian Forbes.
7. Northern Ireland: Michael Cunningham.
8. Local Government and Devolution: Howard Elcock.
9. Parliament and the Civil Service: Robert Pyper.
10. Environmental Policy: Robert Garner.
Conclusion.
Guide to Further Reading.
Appendices.
Index.
