| Description |
1 online resource (xii, 232 pages) : illustrations |
| Contents |
1. Local elections : a case of mystery, intrigue and neglect -- 2. The evolution of local democracy -- 3. The local electoral system -- 4. Turnout in local elections -- 5. Contestation, candidates and incumbency -- 6. Party competition in local elections -- 7. Votes, seats and local electoral outcomes -- 8. Major parties and local elections -- 9. Minor parties and local elections -- 10. Local elections and national politics -- 11. Local by-elections : parochial contests or national electoral indicators? -- 12. Local elections and representation -- 13. Conclusions |
| Summary |
Drawing on the results of more than 100,000 local elections dating back over three decades, this unique and comprehensive survey addresses the key issues and confusions which surround the local election system in Britain |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 216-224) and index |
| Notes |
English |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
Local elections -- Great Britain
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POLITICAL SCIENCE -- Political Process -- General.
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POLITICAL SCIENCE -- Political Process -- Elections.
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Local elections
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Verkiezingen.
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Lokaal bestuur.
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Kiesgedrag.
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Great Britain
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Verenigd Koninkrijk van Groot-Brittannië en Noord-Ierland.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Thrasher, Michael
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| ISBN |
0203316932 |
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9780203316931 |
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0203412753 |
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9780203412756 |
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9780415059534 |
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0415059534 |
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1280322667 |
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9781280322662 |
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9786610322664 |
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661032266X |
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9781134929573 |
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1134929579 |
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9781134929528 |
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1134929528 |
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9781134929566 |
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1134929560 |
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