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Written by expert insiders, How Parliament Works is a straightforward and readable analysis of one of the country's most complex - and often misunderstood - institutions. Covering every aspect of the work, membership and structures of both Houses, this key text provides a unique insight into the work and daily life of Parliament.
The ninth edition has been substantially revised to take account of recent changes in both Houses, and to cover all the key issues affecting Parliament and politics, such as:
Changes in membership of both Houses since the 2019 general election
Developments on Brexit, including Parliament's scrutiny of post-Brexit arrangements
Coverage of recent issues such as the Cherry/Miller prorogation case and its implications for the constitutional role of Parliament, the role of the Speaker in the Brexit process, dissent in Parliament and disagreement between the Houses
Updates on developments on restoration and renewal
New material on representation of different groups in and by Parliament
Explanations of Parliament's response to allegations of bullying and harassment
How Parliament adapted to carry on functioning during the covid-19 pandemic
New in-text features, case studies and photographs
How Parliament Works is essential reading for anyone who has anything to do with the Westminster Parliament: journalists, civil servants, lawyers, lobbyists, business and trade associations, diplomats, overseas parliaments and international bodies - and indeed members of both Houses. How Parliament Works is also an invaluable companion to the study of politics at A, A2 and university level, and provides a wealth of source material for teachers.
Contents
Introduction 1. Parliament: its home and origins 2. Who is in Parliament? 3. Running Parliament 4. Influences on Parliament 5. The parliamentary day and the organisation of business 6. Making the law 7. Parliament and the taxpayer 8. Debates 9. Calling to account: Questions 10. Calling to account: Select committees 11. Parliament and Europe 12. The future of Parliament Glossary of parliamentary terms Sources of information about Parliament
