Steven, Martin H. M.

Christianity and party politics: keeping the faith/ Martin H.M. Steven. - London ; New York : Routledge, 2011. - vi, 169 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [156]-166) and index.

Introduction : the neglected dimension of British politics -- Religion and voting behaviour in Britain : from denominational cleavage to the alpha vote -- More Methodism than Marxism? : Christianity and the British party system -- Still the "Conservative Party at prayer"? : the role of Church of England bishops in Parliament -- A Presbyterian conscience : the Church of Scotland, the Labour Party, and the politics of social justice -- Little wonder "we don't do God" : ethics, life issues, and the power of the Christian lobby -- Still fighting a losing battle? : equalities and the weakness of the Christian lobby -- Conclusions : the British model of politics and religion.

9780415556606 (hbk.)


Christianity and politics--Great Britain.
Political parties--Great Britain.


Great Britain--Politics and government.

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