The Guardian Guide to Parliament - Hardcover

In The Guardian Guide to Parliament, writers from the Guardian, political researchers and psephologists analyse the 2001 election and examine the key issues that will be debated by the new parliament. The book also details the precise composition of both Houses and describes the processes that a bill must go through in order to become law. It outlines the role and composition of Select Committees, explains the history and rituals of the House of Commons and the House of Lords and assesses the likely shape and success of future parliamentary reform. It is an indispensable work of reference for anyone - in particular, campaigners, local government officers, lobbyists and students - seeking to understand the often opaque operations of Britain's legislature.

Julian Glover is launch editor of the Guardian's politics website.