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Government and Politics of Northern Ireland 2nd Edition
Category: Politics
Completely revised and updated, this second edition of Government and Politics of Northern Ireland is a comprehensive guide to the new political structures put in place by the Good Friday Agreement of 1998 and fills in the story with an account and analysis of events up to and including the Northern Ireland election of November 2003.
Dr McMahon's text covers all aspects of the current political framework, from the day-to-day operation of the Assembly and Executive to the role played by the North/South Ministerial Council and the British-Irish Council. There is also explanation and analysis of the equality legislation and reforms in policing that have followed in the wake of the Good Friday Agreement (GFA).
The core information is placed in its historical context, with a review of the history of the main political parties and the Northern Ireland state itself, leading to the historic settlement achieved in 1998.
Government and Politics of Northern Ireland is a work of reference that will find a place on the bookshelf of both the student and the general reader.
See also the Online Resource Centre featuring links to relevant web sites and biographies of principal figures.
1. Government and politics of Northern Ireland in historical context The political development of Northern Ireland in its historical context from its foundation by the Government of Ireland Act (1920) to the institutions of 2000.
2. Political solutions 1972 - 1998 Attempts to find a political solution to the Northern Ireland problem. Looks at previous initiatives including Sunningdale, the Power-Sharing Executive, Anglo-Irish Agreement and the GFA.
3. The Northern Ireland Assembly Composition, powers and operating principles, drawing on Assembly debates and procedural issues.
4. The Northern Ireland Executive Composition, powers and operating principles, drawing on recent examples such as policy initiatives of ministers exemplifying ministerial remit and points of procedure.
5. North/South Ministerial Council Provides an analysis of the body designed to bring together those with executive responsibilities in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland in order to develop consultation, co-operation and action within the island of Ireland.
6. The British - Irish Council The ‘East - West’ counterpart to the North/South Ministerial Council, incorporating all of the British Isles, possibly heralding a new relationship between the political entities involved.
7. The response of Northern Ireland’s political parties to devolved government The position of the main political parties on devolution is outlined and explained in detail.
8. Towards a new democracy in NI An exploration and explanation of the support agencies and legislation arising from the GFA, including the Civic Forum, the Equality Commission, the NI Human Rights Commission, and policing reform.
9. Devolution - a success story? A summary review of the institutions established by the GFA and an attempt to assess whether this really is the dawn of a new political era in NI.
10. Sample examination questions
Government and Politics of Northern Ireland is a work of reference that will be an essential tool for the student of AS and A Level Government and Politics. |
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