A clear introductory guide to Britain's relationship with the European Union The relationship between Britain and the European Union appears to be rather complex. It can be confusing and is frequently misunderstood, often as a result of misrepresentation in the media. This accessible introduction to the subject of Britain and the EU, now in its second edition, highlights and examines different forms of relationship between the EU and the various tiers of government in the UK. The role of the media, political parties, pressure groups and the ever-changing position of public opinion are evaluated, and a historical context is also provided to enable a clearer understanding of the relationship and how it has changed over time. Throughout, the impact of the powers of the EU, and of the EU membership on Britain, are evaluated from a range of perspectives. Key Features new to this edition: - Analyses the outcomes of the 2014 elections to the European parliament - Examines the relationship between the EU, the media and social media - Considers the role of public opinion through an examination of various opinion polls Alistair Jones is a Principal Lecturer and University Teacher Fellow in the Department of Politics and Public Policy at De Montfort University. Previous publications include A Glossary of the European Union (Edinburgh University Press, 2008). He also writes in the Huffington Post blog. EUP logo edinburghuniversitypress.com