Author Description
Knowledge of public affairs matters: this friendly guide is an invaluable read for journalism students and journalists looking for a firm grasp on how central and local governments work, how public services operate, and how political events generate informative new stories. · Offers engaging coverage of the constitutional framework and the governing institutions of the UK, and gives stimulating insights into how they are, and could be, covered by journalists · Designed to complement NCTJ-accredited syllabi, this text is also recommended for a broad range of media qualifications · Chapters move logically through relevant topics including the economy, the electoral system, political parties, healthcare, education and housing, and conclude with 'take-home points' and 'current issues' to summarise the chapter and provide contextual knowledge · Fully updated to reflect policy changes introduced by the governments of Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, and Rishi Sunak · Includes detailed overviews of the key impacts on British politics, public services, and the economy of the Covid-19 pandemic, the 'cost-of-living crisis', and the war in Ukraine · New sections outlining the impact of Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng's 2022 'mini-Budget' and policy changes affecting a range of areas including asylum and immigration, housing and planning, ownership of the railways, and the National Health Service in England Digital formats and resources The eighth 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 http://www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the operational mechanics of the United Kingdom's central and local government systems to provide journalists with the necessary knowledge for accurate political reporting. Morrison, an expert in journalism education, utilizes a structured pedagogical framework to explain how public services, political institutions, and economic policies function. The book serves as a foundational guide for students and professionals to navigate the complexities of British governance and policy-making.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive analysis of the UK constitutional framework and governing institutions.
- Detailed examination of public service sectors including healthcare, education, and housing.
- Coverage of contemporary political events such as the Covid-19 pandemic, the cost-of-living crisis, and the war in Ukraine.
- Pedagogical tools including chapter summaries, 'take-home points,' and 'current issues' sections.
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on the political and public service landscape of the United Kingdom.
- It does not provide a general guide to investigative reporting techniques outside of the context of public affairs.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators recognize this text as a standard resource for NCTJ-accredited journalism syllabi. Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose and the utility of the structured updates regarding recent political administrations.
Page Count:
560
Publication Date:
2023-01-01
ISBN-10:
0192874594
ISBN-13:
9780192874597
Politics
Journalism
Media Studies
Public Affairs
Education
Government