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Constitutional Law, Administrative Law and Human Rights A Critical Introduction 5th Edition

Author: Ian Loveland
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780199219742
Published In: March 2009
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
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The fifth edition of Ian Loveland's acclaimed Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, and Human Rights continues to provide in-depth coverage of the core elements of a constitutional and administrative law syllabus. In addition, it explores the ongoing impact of the Human Rights Act 1998, and the ongoing debates over civil liberties issues.

This highly engaging text provides a unique cross-disciplinary approach to the subject, with emphasis on material drawn from political theory, political science, and social history. The author's purposeful, narrative style stimulates and encourages further critical analysis, thus ensuring that the reader gains a fundamental appreciation of public law in its wider context.

New to this edition

A new chapter on police powers provides detailed coverage of this important and topical subject
A new and improved text design and additional sub-headings enhance the clarity of the text and aid navigation
Concise lists of further reading material appear at the end of each chapter, to direct the student to sources of information and encourage further study
Coverage of the constitutional relationship between national and local government has been condensed into a single chapter
A selection of 'mind-maps' and 'tutorial outlines' on the Online Resource Centre cover key topics, providing superb revision aids for students and guidance and inspiration for lecturers

Part I: Defining the principles

1. Defining the constitution?

2. Parliamentary sovereignity

3. The rule of law and the separation of powers

4. The royal prerogative

Part II: The institutions and operation of national government

5. The House of Commons

6. The House of Lords

7. The electoral system

8. Parliamentary privilege

9. Constitutional conventions

Part III: The geographical separation of powers