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Chief Whip

Author : Eric Alexander
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
ISBN 13 : 1442654651
Total Pages : 496 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (426 download)

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Download or read book Chief Whip written by Eric Alexander and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 1961-12-15 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author's grandfather, Aretas Akers-Douglas (1857-1926) was in his day called "The Prince of Whips". Starting in 1880 as a confederate of the brilliant but unorthodox Lord Randolph Churchill, he graduated in record time to the position of chief dispenser of the official Conservative party line and held it for ten exceptionally arduous years at the height of the Home Rule controversy with its complications, Liberal unionism, parliamentary sabotage and obstruction. This position was rendered all the more responsible through the distaste felt by the two great leaders whom he served—Lord Salisbury and A.J. Balfour—for the details of party management; and even after he had been moved to another office his advice continued to be sought on all questions relating to the party's domestic affairs. Out of the intimate and informal correspondence received in these capacities Lord Chilston has made an entertaining political biography, unravelling a most complex period of parliamentary history and revealing much about Lord Salisbury, Lord Randolph Churchill, Joseph Chamberlain, A.J. Balfour and lesser figures, like the loyal and endearing W.H. Smith, Walter Long and Richard Middleton.

Chief Whip

Author : Tim Renton
Publisher : Politico's Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 396 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Chief Whip written by Tim Renton and published by Politico's Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "As Government Chief Whip during the final year of Margaret Thatcher's premiership, Tim Renton is particularly well qualified to tell the story of parliamentary whipping, and to describe the dramatic events which led to Mrs. Thatcher's removal from 10 Downing Street. The first part of the book is a detailed recollection of Renton's own experience in the whips' office, a unique inside account of the last year of the Thatcher Government, while the second part chronicles the history of parliamentary whipping since the seventeenth century."--BOOK JACKET.

How to Be a Government Whip

Author : Helen Jones
Publisher : Biteback Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1785900803
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (859 download)

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Download or read book How to Be a Government Whip written by Helen Jones and published by Biteback Publishing. This book was released on 2016-04-18 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most misunderstood and oft-caricatured jobs in British politics whips are the unseen unsung heroes of the parliamentary system without whom governments would doubtless crumble and legislative business would almost certainly grind to a halt. Whips are shrouded in mystery however often portrayed in the media and by colleagues as a brutish bullying bunch of thugs with a reputation for using blackmail and torture to achieve party discipline and get legislation through the House. How to Be a Government Whip is a frank and light-hearted guide to the forgotten engine room of Parliament perfect for those who aspire to be amongst their ranks as well as those just hoping to avoid them. From the mind-numbing tedium of debates to the dark arts of dealing with rebellious or disaffected members of their 'flock' former whip Helen Jones reveals how they really get business done - and what they say about their colleagues behind the closed door of the Whips' Office.

How Parliament Works

Author : Robert Rogers
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317550293
Total Pages : 439 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (175 download)

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Download or read book How Parliament Works written by Robert Rogers and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-03-24 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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. It explains not only what happens but also why, and analyses the institution’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as opportunities for Parliament to be more effective. The seventh 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: • the Fixed Term Parliaments Act; • the implications of coalition politics; • recent developments in Lords reform; • the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority's role in pay and expenses; • advances in scrutiny techniques; • changes in parliamentary cycles of business and finance; • member conduct and interests; • reform and modernisation. It also covers the latest developments in the legislative process, party discipline and rebellion, the procedure of both Houses, select committee work, and the relationship between Parliament and the European Union. All statistics and examples have been fully updated. 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.

Why Was She Killed?

Author : Keith Wainman
Publisher : Troubador Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1783064919
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (83 download)

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Download or read book Why Was She Killed? written by Keith Wainman and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2014-09-28 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Do we have a name for the girl?” asked Oscar. “Yes, a girl who was reported missing last night – Ashadieeyah Khan, age twenty.” “Ashadieeyah means princess,” said Manjitt, “it's a Muslim name, but why are we here? It doesn't seem to be one of our cases.” The murder of a young girl on Wimbledon Common leads to police interference, political skulduggery and terrorist plots. A girl’s body is found – is she the girl her family thought she was? Her parents hear stories about her that they cannot believe, but they have no-one to turn to. The case is handed to the serious crime and murder squad, led by Chief Superintendent Charlie Smith, a policeman with few friends in high places. His lifestyle has led to jealousy and stories of corruption amongst the top brass at Scotland Yard. The team Charlie leads is made up of officers who could not find a home in other police departments – due to their attitude and background – but are fiercely loyal to their boss. In turn, they know he will support them when things get tough. As the case continues, it becomes apparent that someone wants to stop them discovering the truth – but why? The team encounter interference from and conflict with other police departments, who will seemingly stop at nothing to prevent them from finding out the truth. Political corruption at the highest levels, surrounding the Prime Minister and other Cabinet ministers, is uncovered – but who is involved? What has this got to do with the murder? And what is the truth? Charlie Smith won’t let anything stand in his way to find the truth – and the murderer... Why Was She Killed? is a gripping work of crime fiction.

The House of Commons

Author : Emma Crewe
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000183297
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book The House of Commons written by Emma Crewe and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-05-31 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The House of Commons is one of Britain's mysterious institutions: constantly in the news yet always opaque. In this ground-breaking anthropological study of the world’s most famous parliament, Emma Crewe reveals the hidden mechanisms of parliamentary democracy.Examining the work of Members of Parliament – including neglected areas such as constituencies and committees – this book provides unique insights into the actual lives and working relationships of parliamentarians. 'Why do the public loathe politicians but often love their own MP?' the author asks. The antagonistic façade of politics irritates the public who tend to be unaware that, backstage, democracy relies on MPs consulting, compromising and cooperating across political parties far more than is publicly admitted. As the book shows, this is only one of myriad contradictions in the labyrinths of power. Based on unprecedented access and two years of interviews and research in the Palace of Westminster and MPs’ constituencies, The House of Commons: An Anthropology of MPs at Work challenges the existing scholarship on political institutions and party politics. Moving beyond the narrow confines of rational choice theory and new institutionalism, Emma Crewe presents a radical alternative to the study of British politics by demonstrating that all of its processes hinge on culture, ritual and social relations. A must-read for anyone interested in political anthropology, politics, or the Westminster model.

The Role of Governments in Legislative Agenda Setting

Author : Bjorn Erik Rasch
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136870458
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (368 download)

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Download or read book The Role of Governments in Legislative Agenda Setting written by Bjorn Erik Rasch and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-07-04 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Setting the agenda for parliament is the most significant institutional weapon for governments to shape policy outcomes, because governments with significant agenda setting powers, like France or the UK, are able to produce the outcomes they prefer, while governments that lack agenda setting powers, such as the Netherlands and Italy in the beginning of the period examined, see their projects significantly altered by their Parliaments. With a strong comparative framework, this coherent volume examines fourteen countries and provides a detailed investigation into the mechanisms by which governments in different countries determine the agendas of their corresponding parliaments. It explores the three different ways that governments can shape legislative outcomes: institutional, partisan and positional, to make an important contribution to legislative politics. It will be of interest to students and scholars of comparative politics, legislative studies/parliamentary research, governments/coalition politics, political economy, and policy studies.

How Parliament Works

Author : Nicolas Besly
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1000958337
Total Pages : 452 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (9 download)

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Download or read book How Parliament Works written by Nicolas Besly and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-09-29 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Official Report of the Debates of the House of Commons

Author : Canada. Parliament. House of Commons
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1026 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (555 download)

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Download or read book Official Report of the Debates of the House of Commons written by Canada. Parliament. House of Commons and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 1026 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Official Reports of the Debates of the House of Commons of the Dominion of Canada

Author : Canada. Parliament. House of Commons
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1066 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Official Reports of the Debates of the House of Commons of the Dominion of Canada written by Canada. Parliament. House of Commons and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 1066 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Pageant of Parliament

Author : Michael MacDonagh
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (5 download)

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Download or read book The Pageant of Parliament written by Michael MacDonagh and published by . This book was released on 1921 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Lobbying 3e

Author : Lionel Zetter
Publisher : Harriman House Limited
ISBN 13 : 0857194542
Total Pages : 645 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (571 download)

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Download or read book Lobbying 3e written by Lionel Zetter and published by Harriman House Limited. This book was released on 2014-12-01 with total page 645 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully revised, updated and expanded third edition Lobbying is a global industry which thrives wherever democracy is established. This third edition of Lobbying by Lionel Zetter straddles the globe, from the USA to Japan. It covers the Westminster and Scottish Parliaments, and the Welsh, Northern Ireland and London Assemblies. It examines the lobbying scenes in the USA and Brussels. Finally, the book also deals with Asia, the Gulf and the Middle East. The acknowledged industry bible, this book explains all aspects of lobbying in an expert yet accessible manner. Areas covered include: - the historical background to lobbying, and the ethical and regulatory frameworks - advice on how to break into lobbying - the mechanics of lobbying, and the techniques employed by lobbyists around the world - the various types of lobbying and public affairs campaigns - how to use the media and third-party advocates in support of a campaign - a step-by-step guide to planning and implementing a lobbying campaign. The author is an acknowledged expert in his field, and this book represents a distillation of his decades of experience. There are also 'top tips' from some of the most senior lobbyists in the world, as well as contributions from elected politicians.

Whips

Author : Cleo Watson
Publisher : Corsair
ISBN 13 : 1472157257
Total Pages : 351 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (721 download)

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Download or read book Whips written by Cleo Watson and published by Corsair. This book was released on 2023-05-25 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'It's so believable... This is the perfect summer book' Lorraine Kelly, on ITV '50 Shades of Grey meets Prime Minister's Questions' Anita Rani on Woman's Hour, Radio 4 Westminster in the 2020s, where the business of governing is the last thing on the agenda for anyone worth their salt. In the SW1 bubble, politics moves fast, schemes are hatched and foiled - through both accident and conspiracy - within hours, and sex and power preside. When Bobby Cliveden decides to campaign against the closure of her local mental health unit, she scarcely thought it would take her straight to the heart of the UK's bustling political centre. She heads to London to work for her local MP, the ambitious Simon Daly, and moves in with her two old university friends, Jess, a new lobby journalist, and Eva, a junior Downing Street adviser. The three of them quickly become wrapped up in the political circus of glamorous parties, insufferable bosses and demanding workloads - and the desire to win. Beneath the headline-grabbing battle of a male-dominated leadership contest, they discover the secret, soft-skilled machinery behind so much political change at the very highest level of government: women. Riotous and all too believable, Whips is a timely satire on politics and Party people. Watson takes us behind the doors of Number 10 and delivers a gripping tale of modern government, filled with intrigue and scandal and written with insight and verve. Whips delivers on every promise.

How Parliament Works 6th edition

Author : Robert Rogers
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317865782
Total Pages : 469 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (178 download)

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Download or read book How Parliament Works 6th edition written by Robert Rogers and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-09-13 with total page 469 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although Parliament is constantly in the news and televised daily, much of its work remains a mystery to outsiders and is sometimes perplexing even to its own members. This book provides a unique insight into the work and daily life of Parliament. It sets out plainly and intelligibly what goes on and why things happen, but it also analyses the pressures within the institution, its strengths and weaknesses, and ways in which it might change. Covering every aspect of the work, membership, and structures of both Houses, this book also reflects the profound changes that have taken place in Parliament over the years.

Westminster's World

Author : Donald Searing
Publisher : Harvard University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780674950726
Total Pages : 520 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (57 download)

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Download or read book Westminster's World written by Donald Searing and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Policy Advocates to Whips to Ministers, the many roles within the British Parliament are shaped not only by institutional rules but also by the individuals who fill them, yet few observers have fully appreciated this vital aspect of governing in one of the world's oldest representative systems. Applying a new motivational role theory to materials from extensive first-hand interviews conducted during the eventful 1970s, Donald Searing deepens our understanding of how Members of Parliament understand their goals, their careers, and their impact on domestic and global issues. He explores how Westminster's world both controls and is created by individuals, illuminating the interplay of institutional constraints and individual choice in shaping roles within the political arena. No other book tells us so much about political life at Westminster. Searing has interviewed 521 Members of Parliament--including Conservative Ministers Margaret Thatcher, Peter Walker, and James Prior; Labour Ministers Harold Wilson, Barbara Castle, and Denis Healey; rising stars Michael Heseltine, Norman Tebbitt, David Owen, and Roy Hattersley; habitual outsiders, like Michael Foot, who eventually joined the inner circle; and former insiders, like Enoch Powell, who were shut out. Searing also gives voice to the vast number of Westminster's backbenchers, who play a key part in shaping political roles in Parliament but are less likely to be heard in the media: trade unionists, knights of the shires, owners of small businesses, and others. In this segment of his study, women, senior backbenchers, and newcomers are well represented. Searing adroitly blends quantitative with qualitative analysis and integrates social and economic theories about political behavior. He addresses concerns about power, duty, ambition, and representation, and skillfully joins these concerns with his critical discoveries about the desires, beliefs, and behaviors associated with roles in Parliament. Westminster's World offers political scientists, historians, anthropologists, political commentators, and the public rich new material about the House of Commons as well as a convincing model for understanding the structure and dynamics of political roles.

Parliament

Author : William Ivor Jennings
Publisher : CUP Archive
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 592 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Parliament written by William Ivor Jennings and published by CUP Archive. This book was released on 1948 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Political Wings

Author : Alun Wyburn-Powell
Publisher : Pen and Sword
ISBN 13 : 1473848156
Total Pages : 245 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (738 download)

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Download or read book Political Wings written by Alun Wyburn-Powell and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2015-04-30 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first biography of Rt. Hon. William Wedgwood Benn DSO, DFC, first Viscount Stansgate, cabinet minister under MacDonald and Attlee, Air Commodore with active service in both World Wars, defector from the Liberals to Labour over his dispute with Lloyd George, and father of Tony Benn. Benn served in the army and RAF during the First World War (when he took part in the first parachute drop behind enemy lines at night) and in the Second World War he reached the rank of acting Air Commodore). His eldest son Michael, heir to the viscountcy, died on active service with the RAF, leaving his second son Tony to inherit the title and a seat in the House of Lords. Before his death, Tony Benn gave extensive interviews for this book. His brother, David has also provided interviews and material, as have other members of the family including Stephen Benn (now the third Viscount Stansgate). Extensive paperwork left by William Wedgwood Benn (now in the Parliamentary Archives) including his diary and unfinished, unpublished autobiography were all utilised in the construction of this biography. Alun Wyburn-Powell has managed to construct a biographical study of real force, weaving together snippets from Benn's own private papers with insights from his family and colleagues in order to create an authentic impression of Benn and the times in which he lived.