A thoroughly revised and updated edition of this acclaimed text that reflects the extensive changes in the Irish system of government, including strategic management, parliamentary procedures and the management of EU business. An essential book for understanding the workings of Irish Government, it discusses freedom of information and new developments in information technology and reflects the significant changes that have taken place in the machinery of government in recent years. An essential book for students of Irish Studies, law, journalism, politics, public sector management and business studies. The book covers:The Government and the TaoiseachMinisters and their DepartmentsThe Dil and the SeanadThe Constitution of IrelandThe President of IrelandThe Civil ServiceThe Judiciary, Courts and Legal OfficersLocal GovernmentState Agencies and BodiesThe Health ServicesAppealsThe Impact of the European UnionThe Management of Government