This book charts the changing relationships between government, voluntary and community organisations in Northern Ireland since the Good Friday Agreement. It considers the role these actors have played in rolling out and normalising neoliberal discourses and policies. With lessons about the impact of neoliberal policies on governance, relationships and the peace process, this study explores how a core part of civil society has been shaped by both local policy priorities and broader political and economic processes.

A readable, informative book describing the new and exciting discipline of stroke medicine, this important text includes: succinct descriptions of the underlying pathophysiology of stroke; clearly expressed advice regarding clinical diagnosis and management; and chapters on neuroprotection, acute medical therapy, prevention and rehabilitation. Written by leading authors in the field, this book is an indispensable reference for medical students, MRCP trainees, SpRs and stroke medicine consultants.

The second edition of Stroke Medicine incorporates considerable advances in the treatment of stroke that have occurred since the first edition published. This provides an up-to-date and easily accessible source of information on all aspects of stroke care, from acute care through to rehabilitation and secondary prevention. The new edition includes some additional updates on cardiac investigation of stroke, due to novel methods for detecting atrial fibrillation, and new trial data has been added to the chapter on Treatment of Stroke. The book includes numerous illustrations and tables presenting information in an easy-to-follow way and is designed to be used by the practising physician as a practical handbook of stroke care.