{"product_id":"9781526146328","title":"New Labour, new Britain?","description":"Author: Glen O'Hara\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781526146328\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Manchester University Press\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 20 May 2026\u003cbr\u003ePages: 328 \u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA bold and balanced re-appraisal of New Labour in power.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRewriting the story of New Labour, Glen O'Hara challenges the prevailing narrative to present a more balanced and positive assessment. New Labour, New Britain? is the first book to examine both the intentions behind New Labour's domestic policies and their real-world effects, moving beyond the entrenched left-right debates that have dominated the party's legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe period from 1997 to 2007 marked a pivotal moment in modern British history, as New Labour sought to reshape Britain into a more cohesive and forward-thinking society. It saw the rise of socially liberal attitudes and flourishing public services under a government committed to rebuilding and investing in them. Yet New Labour's track record was far from flawless and its legacy remains complicated and contested.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough interviews with key players and rigorous archival research, O'Hara offers a new perspective on Tony Blair's years in power. Painting a fuller picture of New Labour's successes and challenges, he highlights its lasting impact on Britain and offers a thoughtful reassessment of its place in history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47920502341790,"sku":"ING-9781526146328","price":45.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781526146328.jpg?v=1782822298","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781526146328","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}