Since the early 1950s pressure groups have been recognized as playing a key role in the policy process in western democracies. As legislature and political parties have declined in influence, the relationship between pressure groups and government has become highly developed. This has presented both problems and opportunities for the participation of ordinary citizens in the governmental process. This book reviews some of the key theoretical concepts developed in the study of pressure groups and presents a series of up-to-date studies of their role in particular countries, including the UK, USA, France, and the former Soviet Union. It is an authoritative collection, edited by one of Britain's leading pressure group analysts, and will be invaluable for both students and practitioners who want to understand current developments in the lobbying process.
Reviews
`This is a very useful collection for students.' Political Studies
`worth purchasing' West European Politics
The first four papers deal with pressure group theory, the remaining twelve present up-to-date studies of pressure groups' role in various countries. * Journal of Consumer Policy *



Book Information
ISBN 9780198780526
Author Jeremy J. Richardson
Format Paperback
Page Count 284
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 388g
Dimensions(mm) 215mm * 138mm * 17mm