Includes bibliographical references (p. [761]-770) and index.

Definition and scope of constitutional law -- Sources and nature of the constitution -- The structure of the United Kingdom -- Parliamentary supremacy -- The relationship between legislature, executive and judiciary -- The rule of law -- Responsible and accountable government -- The United Kingdom and the European Union -- Composition and meeting of parliament -- Functions of parliament -- Privileges of parliament -- The Crown and the royal prerogative -- The cabinet, government departments and the civil service -- Public bodies and regulatory agencies -- Foreign affairs and the commonwealth -- The armed forces -- The treasury, public expenditure and the economy -- The courts and the machinery of justice -- The nature and protection of human rights -- Nationality, immigration and extradition -- The police and personal liberty -- The protection of privacy -- Freedom of expression -- Freedom of association and assembly -- State security and official secrets -- Emergency powers and terrorism -- Administrative law - an introduction -- Delegated legislation -- Administrative justice -- Judicial review of administrative action, I -- Judicial review of administrative action, II -- Liability of public authorities and the Crown.

Written in clear, uncluttered language, this book explains the basic principles & highlights key cases & statutes relating to constitutional & administrative law.