The Changing Constitution

This textbook provides an introduction to the topical subject of constitutional change in Britain. It considers the historical origins of the constitution but its main focus is on recent reforms and their likely impact. It includes chapters on:The Legislature: The House of Commons and the House of LordsThe ExecutiveThe JudiciaryThe Debate over a Written Constitution and a Bill of Rights for the UKDevolution: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and the English RegionsElectoral Reform and ReferendaT