Political Parties in the UK

the long version

This important book explores how political parties carry out their democratic functions in the UK. In the aftermath of the landmark 2016 EU referendum and 2017 general election, it examines how parties have responded and adapted to meet a variety of challenges, and considers the extent to which political parties in the UK remain 'fit for purpose'. Thematic coverage includes important developments such as the rise of small parties, the UK's 'multi-level' party systems, party organization and funding, the media and election campaigning. Written in an accessible style and with whole chapters devoted to each of the four major parties, this new second edition is an essential companion for students taking modules on British political parties, party politics or British politics more generally, as well as functioning as a useful background text for modules in comparative political parties. It is an ideal introduction for all readers new to the topics.