The Politics and Policy of London
Elections, Demography and the Reshaping of Power in the Capital
Elizabeth Simon editor Patrick Diamond editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publishing:26th Oct '26
£43.99
This title is due to be published on 26th October, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Hardback£171.99(9781041027157)
This book examines the changing demographics, attitudes and electoral behaviours of Londoners over the last 50 years and considers the impact these changes have had on the policy agendas of the capital, past, present and future.
Focussing on the issues of greatest concern to voters in the capital, including crime, the economy and the cost of living, housing, inequality, health, immigration and the environment, the book examines the capital’s economic and cultural dominance and how it influences broader debates about urban politics. It draws on a wide range of scholarly literature and data providing a comprehensive understanding of how and why the political and policy landscapes of London have shifted in recent decades. The book questions how much space is available for policymakers to tackle the major issues facing Londoners, whether they can forge political coalitions for change, and who will ‘win’ and ‘lose’ under policy reforms.
This book will be of key interest to scholars, students and practitioners of British and metropolitan politics as well as those with interests in history, elections, political parties, political sociology, public policy and urban studies.
“Given its political, economic and cultural importance to the UK and the world, there is a surprising lack of serious analysis of the politics and governance of London. At last, this comprehensive volume fills that gap. Essential reading.”
Andrew Blick, Professor of Politics and Contemporary History, King's College London, UK
“London looms large in British politics, but not in political research: we know far too little about the changing preferences of citizens in the capital, or what shapes London's distinctive 21st century politics. This brilliant new volume brings together a top team of researchers to help explain what makes London and Londoners different and explains the challenges facing politicians and policymakers seeking to govern a "global city." Vital reading for anyone interested in understanding the volatile and fast changing political landscape in London and beyond.”
Robert Ford, Professor in Political Science, University of Manchester, UK
"London's future depends crucially on politicians and policy-makers of every kind understanding the city's character, building on its strengths and addressing its weaknesses. Every one of them should read this book."
Dave Hill, Publisher and Editor of the website OnLondon.co.uk and writer for On London Extra
ISBN: 9781041027140
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430 pages