Fully revised, the new edition of this popular textbook provides an authoritative introduction to all aspects of contemporary Scottish politics and gives a full analysis of the SNP's first majority government. Fully revised, the new edition of this popular textbook provides an authoritative introduction to all aspects of contemporary Scottish politics and gives a full analysis of the SNP's first majority government. 'A very impressive text. It is highly readable, answers important questions, and provides a comprehensive and up-to-date account of Scottish politics at this critical moment in Scotland's history.' - Thomas Lundberg, University of Glasgow, UK Paul Cairney is Professor of Politics and Public Policy at the University of Stirling, UK. Neil McGarvey is Lecturer in Politics at the University of Strathclyde, UK.