Du clientélisme aux sections noires du Parti travailliste : la politique inter-raciale à Birmingham

Abstract

From clientelism to Black sections of the labor party: interracial policy in birmingham This paper explores in detail recent changes in political participation by minority communities in British society, drawing on research in Birmingham. It explores the conditions which led to the emergence of new forms of political engagement and action from within minority communities, the circumstances under which black people entered the local political system in Birmingham and the reasons for the new role of black politicians as significant actors. It then looks at some key issues that have dominated the political agenda during much of the past decade and discusses the impact of the new patterns of political mobilisation on the policy agenda. It concludes by outlining some of the issues that are likely to influence the future of minority politics.