In this study of post-war Britain, David Childs gives an account of the varying fortunes of the different political parties from 1945 until the present day. This third edition: provides a well-documented framework for students of modern history and politics; extends right up to the last years of Thatcher and the post-Thatcher era; presents detailed analysis of cabinets and the issues they faced; deals with economic problems, industrial relations, the role of women, immigration, education, social policy and the media as well as politics; and includes a series of revised tables covering industrial relations, defence expenditure, the standard of living, energy consumption, the health service and more.