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The Europeanisation of Whitehall: Uk Central Government and the European Union

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Europeanisation of Whitehall: Uk Central Government and the European Union
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Simon Bulmer
By (author) Martin Burch
SeriesEuropean Politics
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:264
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
ISBN/Barcode 9780719055164
ClassificationsDewey:320.941
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations Illustrations, black & white|Tables

Publishing Details

Publisher Manchester University Press
Imprint Manchester University Press
Publication Date 1 April 2009
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

What has been the impact of the EU on UK central government? This book explores the 'Europeanisation' of the work of civil servants and ministers and how they engage with the EU. Drawing on fresh empirical evidence, the volume offers the first comprehensive analysis of the spreading impact of European integration across government. The study is placed in the context of political divisions over the EU but outlines the often neglected way in which the EU has transformed the business of government. It charts the process from the Macmillan government's 1961 application to join the European Communities through to the end of Blair's premiership. The book examines the character and timing of responses across government, covering the core government departments and also those more recently affected, such as the Ministry of Defence. The authors argue that central government has organized itself efficiently to deal with the demands of EU membership despite the often controversial party political divisions over Europe. However, in placing their findings in comparative context they conclude that the effectiveness of UK governments in the EU has been less striking. -- .

Author Biography

Simon Bulmer is Professor of European Politics at the University of Sheffield. Martin Burch is Professor of Government at the University of Manchester -- .