The House of Commons Flashcards
1
Q
Why is the House of Commons regarded as the more important of the two chambers in parliament?
A
Because its members are
democratically elected
2
Q
What do MPs represent?
A
Their parliamentary constituency
3
Q
What is a parliamentary constituency?
A
A small area of the country
A district
that elects
a member of parliament
It will be represented by one of the seats in the House of Commons
4
Q
What are the responsabilities of a member of parliament (MP)?
A
- Represent everyone in their constituency
- help to create new laws
- scrutinise and comment on what the government is doing
- debate important national issues
