Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introductory concepts -- Constitutions -- The nature of the British constitution -- The sources of the British constitution -- The separation of powers -- The rule of law -- Parliamentary sovereignty -- Parliament I: Nature, functions and privilege -- Parliament II: The House of Commons -- Parliament III: The House of Lords -- The executive -- Executive/parliamentary relations -- The Judiciary -- The decentralisation of public power -- The European Union -- The European Convention on Human Rights -- The Human Rights Act 1998 -- Freedom of Speech -- Judicial review I (rationale and procedure) -- Judicial review II (grounds of review and remedies) -- Grievance mechanisms.

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