AS UK Government & Politics Exam Revision Notes 3rd Edition

Summary:
Exam Revision Notes are the essential foundation for a successful revision programme. The aim of AS UK Government & Politics is to accelerate the learning process by providing systematic and concise coverage of the subject core, allowing you time to develop the higher-level skills of analysis and evaluation.

Written by an experienced examiner, the notes are accompanied by short commentaries
which highlight key points, identify common pitfalls and offer guidance on underlying patterns. The text has been fully updated to include the 2010 general election. Examination-style questions are also included for reinforcement and revision purposes.

This effective combination of essential notes and invaluable expert advice creates the ideal revision resource.

• Revise core topics effectively
• Prepare a thorough revision plan
• Learn to identify what they are being asked to answer in their exams
• Improve their exam technique and ultimately their grade
• Includes examination-style questions for revision and reinforcement
• Fully updated post 2010 general election

Table of Contents:
Topic 1 Election campaigns and voting behaviour
Topic 2 Elections, electoral reform and referendums
Topic 3 The prime minister
Topic 4 The cabinet
Topic 5 Ministers
Topic 6 The civil service, agencies and quangos
Topic 7 Parliament: the House of Commons
Topic 8 Parliament: the House of Lords
Topic 9 Political Parties
Topic 10 Pressure groups
Topic 11 The European Union and the United Kingdom
Topic 12 The judicial system
Topic 13 The UK constitution
Topic 14 Citizenship, rights and redress of grievances

About the Author(s):
Patrick Walsh-Atkins is a Chief Examiner and Principal Examiner for Government and Politics for a major examining board.