The market-leading public law text: uses three key themes to tie the subject together with style and flair. The authors capture the dynamic nature of public law, covering essential topics and key contemporary debates, as well as offering fascinating insights. - Fresh, direct and clear writing style enables thorough understanding of the fundamentals, while engaging readers with difficult issues and debates - Three key themes guide students through the book - the importance of executive accountability, the shift from political to legal constitutionalism, and multilayered governance - demonstrating the interlinking strands of public law - Practical examples illustrate the importance of public law to everyday life in the UK and discussion questions encourage students to consider contentious issues - Expert commentaries at the end of every chapter allow students to see the debates within each topic first-hand