[2][3] In these books, Foley argues that various structural developments, changing leadership styles and new power resources have all combined to allow for a British presidency to emerge.

[4][5] Foley makes these arguments by using the American presidency as a point of reference and sees the two offices converging in terms of their wider roles.

[6] Blair's conduct in office was also based on personal outreach, and his decisions at various points bypassed the parliament and the cabinet.

Furthermore, Foley posits that Blair suffered from a lack of internal support due to his detachment from traditional parliamentary institutions.

Foley's body of work is noteworthy because it does not indulge in the classic debate about the cabinet and prime ministerial government and brings about a fresh analysis on the topic.