This classic text provides a unique insight into the workings and daily life within parliament. It explores its tradition and character for a glimpse into a world that is constantly in the news. The authors dispel the mystery and present its purpose and function plainly and intelligibly.

Although Parliament is constantly in the news and televised daily, much of its work remains a mystery to outsiders and is sometimes perplexing even to its own members. This book provides a unique insight into the work and daily life of Parliament. It sets out plainly and intelligibly what goes on and why things happen, but it also analyses the pressures within the institution, its strengths and weaknesses, and ways in which it might change.

Covering every aspect of the work, membership, and structures of both Houses, this book also reflects the profound changes that have taken place in Parliament over the years.