Exploring Parliament

A fresh perspective on the work, impact, and relevance of UK Parliament, combining academic and practitioner perspectives with evidence based case studies to reveal what really goes on behind the scenes.

Draws on the perspectives of academics and parliamentary practitioners, to give students an authentic insight into the workings of Parliament. Provides a series of evidence-based case studies so that students can fully understand the reality of Parliament in practice. Explores the relationships between the different structures, parliamentarians and practitioners within Parliament on both a formal and an informal level, to enable student to truly understand the key processes and actors that shape Parliament. New to this edition

This edition has been updated to include content on the 2024 General Election. Over half of the chapters are new or newly authored to reflect the changing nature and scholarship in the field. An increased focus on diversity, including a new chapter on diversity and representation in the House of Commons. Expanded coverage on devolved parliaments, including a new chapter on interparliamentary relations.