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OverviewEssential Public Affairs for Journalists is the definitive handbook for journalism students looking for a firm foundation in their understanding of central and local government in the UK. The book guides readers through the constitutional framework and the governing institutions of the United Kingdom before considering the electoral system and the principal political parties. A number of key topics are discussed, including COVID-19 and healthcare, Brexit, education, housing, transport, and social security. James Morrison seamlessly depicts how these services operate while educating readers on how informative news stories are generated in the public eye. Every chapter ends with a helpful summary of 'take-home points', allowing students to recap on areas that are likely to be examined. 'Current issues' are also offered as thinking points for students in considering how governance of the UK interacts with public and cultural affairs. Digital formats and resources The seventh edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks Full Product DetailsAuthor: James Morrison (Reader in Journalism, Reader in Journalism, Robert Gordon University)Publisher: Oxford University Press Imprint: Oxford University Press Edition: 7th Revised edition Dimensions: Width: 15.70cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.720kg ISBN: 9780198869078ISBN 10: 019886907 Pages: 544 Publication Date: 01 July 2021 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of Contents1: The British constitution and monarchy 2: Parliamentary democracy in the UK 3: Prime minister, Cabinet, and government 4: Britain's electoral systems 5: Political parties, party funding, and lobbying 6: The National Health Service 7: The Treasury, industry, and the utilities 8: Social security and home affairs 9: The origins and structure of local government 10: Financing local government 11: Local government decision-making 12: Local government accountability and elections 13: Education 14: Planning policy and environmental protection 15: Housing 16: Children's services and adult social care 17: Transport, environment, leisure, and culture 18: Freedom of informationReviewsA very engaging and thorough textbook offering the latest insight into public affairs. Morrison presents complex issues in an interesting way that engages journalism students. * Sallyann Halliday, Senior Lecturer, Leeds Beckett University * It is a key text for all students considering entering the field of journalism. * Claire Wolfe, Principal Lecturer in Journalism, University of Worcester * It is a key text for all students considering entering the field of journalism. * Claire Wolfe, Principal Lecturer in Journalism, University of Worcester * A very engaging and thorough textbook offering the latest insight into public affairs. Morrison presents complex issues in an interesting way that engages journalism students. * Sallyann Halliday, Senior Lecturer, Leeds Beckett University * Author InformationJames Morrison is a Reader in Journalism at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, and a freelance journalist and writer. Previously, he was course leader of the NCTJ-accredited newspaper and magazine journalism programmes at City College Brighton and Hove and has been a Senior Lecturer at Kingston University. James is a senior examiner in public affairs for the NCTJ and a member of its Public Affairs board. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |