Deliberative Democracy in Australia

The Changing Place of Parliament

John Uhr (Australian National University, Canberra), Geoffrey Brennan, Francis G. Castles

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English

Cambridge University Pres
13 April 1998

History; Political structure & processes; Central government

Series: Reshaping Australian Institutions

Parliament is central to the democratic claims of our system of governance. This book evaluates the role and performance of this centrepiece of Australian government. It explores the institutional design of the parliament, and its principles and practices, presenting a compelling case for reform. Uhr discusses parliament's representative and legislative roles, and the issue of accountability. He looks at the place of representative assemblies in liberal political theory and assesses current institutional performance. He argues that republicanism can be seen as a form of deliberative democracy, examining ways in which such democracy might be made more effective and meaningful in Australia. Combining an authoritative knowledge of political theory with a familiarity with the inner-workings of the Australian parliament, the author makes an important contribution to debates in Australia and internationally.

By: John Uhr (Australian National University Canberra)
Series edited by: Geoffrey Brennan, Francis G. Castles
Imprint: Cambridge University Pres
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 380g
ISBN: 9780521624657
ISBN 10: 0521624657
Series: Reshaping Australian Institutions
Pages: 281
Publication Date: 13 April 1998
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Other merchandise
Publisher's Status: Active

Part I. Framework of Analysis: 1. Deliberative democracy in theory; Part II. Parliament in Political Theory: 2. Theories of parliamentary power; 3. Doctrines of responsible government; 4. Devices of deliberative democracy; Part III. Parliament in Australian Practice: 5. The ends of representation; 6. The means of legislation; 7. Accountability: parliamentary principles; 8. Accountability: parliamentary practices; Part IV. Combining Theory and Practice: 9. Deliberative democracy in Australian practice.

Reviews for Deliberative Democracy in Australia: The Changing Place of Parliament

'Cambridge University Press is to be congratulated on the quality of this publication, another in its distinguished Studies in Australian History series. Attractively presented and meticulously edited, the production does justice to the quality of the text as a major contribution to our understanding of the relationship between gender, work and the state,' Raelene Frances, Australian Historical Studies 'This is a splendidly produced book. It shows what it means to have Cambridge University Press as publisher. It is a mine of information, it is stimulating and thought-provoking.' Anthony Mason, Canberra, Bulletin of Public Administration