The European Union and British Politics (Contemporary Political Studies)

This major new book provides a systematic overview and assessment of all aspects of Britain's relations with the EU of the extent to which British politics has been Europeanized since joining. The author argues that despite its widespread characterization as an awkward partner, Britain is not alone among EU members in being out of step on occasions--though these have been more frequent than for other major member states--and has a very good record of compliance with EU policies once adopted. This text provides a systematic overview and assessment of all aspects of Britain's relations with the EU and of the extent to which British politics has been Europeanised since joining. The author argues that despite its widespread characteristion as an awkward partner, Britain is not alone among EU members in being out of step on occasions - though these have been more frequent than for other major member states - and has a very good record of compliance with EU policies once adopted This thorough, up-to-date and insightful text provides a systematic overview and assessment of key aspects of Britain's relations with the EU and of the extent to which British politics has been Europeanized by its membership This substantially revised and expanded book provides a thorough overview of all aspects of Britain's relations with the European Union and an examination of the extent of the Europeanisation of British politics