Scottish Politics

Paul Cairney is Professor of Politics and Public Policy at the University of Stirling. His publications on Scottish politics have included work on the Scottish Parliament, intergovernmental relations and the social background of elites. Neil McGarvey is Lecturer in Politics, Department of Government, University of Strathclyde, UK. He has published widely in the field of Scottish politics, local government and public administration.

1. What is Scottish Politics?.- 2. Devolution: Historical, Social and Economic Context.- 3. Scotland's Political Parties.- 4. Scottish Elections and Voting Behaviour.- 5. The Scottish Parliament and 'New Politics'.- 6. The Scottish Government.- 7. Governance Beyond the Scottish Government.- 8. Pressure Politics and the 'Scottish Policy Style'.- 9. Public Policy in Scotland Since Devolution.- 10. Inter-Governmental Relations and Multi-Level Governance.- 11. Money and Power: Public Expenditure in Scotland.- Conclusion.