8.2 - Constitutional Change Since 1997 Flashcards
1
Q
Why has there been demand for constitutional reform
A
- Distrust in traditional institutions
- Desire for Scottish deolution
- Desire to fix the Troubles
2
Q
What year was the House of Lords Act?
A
1999
3
Q
What did the House of Lords Act achieve?
A
- All but 92 hereditary peers removed
- Peers appointed on merit and experience
4
Q
How did reforms achieve their goal?
A
- Most hereditary peers were removed
- More expert knowledge in HoL
- No party has a majority in the HoL
5
Q
How did reforms not achieve their goal?
A
- There are still 92 Hereditary peers
- Only represent one religion - 26 Lords Spiritual
- It is still an unelecter chamber
6
Q
When was the Scottish Parliament established?
A
1998
7
Q
What act established the Scottish parliament?
A
Scotland Act
8
Q
What act established the Northern Irish Assembly?
A
Northen Ireland Act
9
Q
What act established the Welsh Assembly?
A
Government of Wales Act
