Britain and the European Union

Introduces the UK's relationship to the EU and the impact of EU membership on the UK

New for this Edition

• Two new chapters on Europeanisation and on The British Media and the EU
• Updated to include the fallout from the 2015 UK Parliament general election and the 2014 European Parliament election
• Examples, tables and figures updated throughout

The relationship between Britain and the European Union is complex and frequently misunderstood, often as a result of misrepresentation in the media. This updated guide examines the different relationships between the various tiers of government in the UK and the EU, and how the EU's powers affect the UK, from a range of perspectives.

Key Features

• Evaluates the role of the media, political parties, pressure groups, social media and the ever-changing position of public opinion
• Examines various public opinion polls to consider the role of public opinion
• Shows how the relationship between the EU and the UK has changed over time by giving you the historical context
• Each chapter includes an introduction, learning goals, a glossary, likely exam questions, helpful websites and suggestions for further reading