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"Total Politics Guide to the 2010 Election HB: Hardback"

The essential guide to the people, places and policies of the 2010 General Election.

This is a unique guide to the state of the parties, policies and issues in the run-up to polling, including expert predictions from political pundits. With its unique guide to the key marginal constituencies that will make up the battleground, expert commentary and comprehensive opinion poll analysis, this book will arm you with all the facts and figures you need to make an informed choice at the ballot box.

It also features lists of prospective candidates, examples of historical precedent, analysis of the key marginal seats and a comprehensive assessment of the political landscape as the country moves onto an election footing. It includes:

  • - Key moments and trends in the current Parliament
  • - By-elections
  • - Changes in electoral law since 2005
  • - How the media will cover the 2010 election
  • - How the internet will shape the election
  • - The major parties’ manifestos and why they matter
  • - The Labour, Lib Dem and Conservative general election campaigns
  • - Where the major parties might be beaten
  • - What the betting markets say
  • - The expected demographics of the next House of Commons