Influences of Parliament-Section A Flashcards
1
Q
4 main influences on parliament
A
Political
Public opinion and media
Pressure groups
Lobbyists
2
Q
political
A
government are elected on manifesto promises, who can enforce by majority. individual mps can also introduce bills
3
Q
example of private member bill
A
abortion act 1967
4
Q
public opinion and media
A
social media, radio etc. highlight issues of public concern
5
Q
pressure groups
A
promote a cause or interests of a section of society
6
Q
example of pressure group
A
RSPCA-promote animal welfare
7
Q
lobbyists
A
persuade MPs to ask questions in parliament to raise awareness of an issue.
8
Q
example of lobbyists
A
greenpeace were fined under lobbying act 2014
