Lesson 38 (Keal) Flashcards

1
Q

What 4 main things does Parliament do to scrutinise the executive?

A

Questioning

Committees

Debating

Opposition

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Ways of questioning the government?

A

PMQS exist

MPs can call ministers to ask questions

There’s questioning almost every day

Urgent questions allowed

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3
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Cons of questioning?

A

PMQS is incredibly flawed - political showmanship is emphasised instead of scrutiny, the PM’s MPs ask pre-planned questions, they often act childish, making jokes and shouting

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4
Q

Who is Amber Rudd, what did she do and why is she important?

A

Previous Home Secretary

She resigned

For lying to Parliament - said the gov. didn’t have any plans to reduce illegal immigration but the Guardian found that she sent a letter to May saying she did

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