This text is an ideal introduction to the subject, perfect for pre-university or postgraduate conversion courses, and for those wanting to grasp the essentials before moving on to further study. This book provides a framework for understanding how the various elements of the legal system combine, interrelate and function at a time of considerable change and challenge. This new edition combines discussion of the most recent changes alongside added features to enhance student's understanding and learning of the key issues.An accessible introduction to the English legal system. Chapter overviews and summaries highlight key points throughout the book. Further reading and weblinks at end of each chapter encourage further research. Progress tests throughout the text aid learning. Comprehensive glossary explains the key terms in this area of law.