A fully updated and revised second edition of a systematic introduction to UK party politics. Key developments covered include the continued decline in support for the three mainstream parties and the rise of the Scottish National Party.
Dedicated chapters on the Conservative and Labour parties, the Liberal Democrats and the Scottish National Party
Extensive coverage of party politics beyond Westminster, including Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
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A new chapter on the Scottish National Party takes account of their rise, their role as a governing party in Scotland, and becoming the third largest party at Westminster.
Up-to-date coverage of all the latest developments affecting UK political parties including the Scottish referendum, the 2015 and 2017 general elections, the 2016 devolved elections and Brexit.