Democracy in Action (Citizenship in focus)

EAN/UPC/ISBN Code 9780007149759


With citizenship education having a key place within the revised curriculum, this series offers a time-saving way to update or expand provision for this vital subject. "Democracy in Action" presents students with a clear and balanced picture of how the United Kingdom is governed at local, regional, national and European levels. "The Citizen and the Law" provides accessible, up-to-date information on Britain"s laws and on how the courts, police and prison services operate. "Human Rights" encourages students to develop a sense of global citizenship by engaging with issues ranging from political freedom and economic injustice to the rights of the disabled. The updated "Global Concerns" student"s book adds a crucial global dimension to the series, helping to prepare students for life in a rapidly changing, increasingly globalized society.