Flashcards in Civics Deck (41)
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WHat is the UK?
A parliamentary democracy with the Queen as the head of state. Also called a constitutional monarchy.
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WHo was able to vote in the 19th century?
Property owner males over 21
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What is the franchise?
The group who can vote
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Who were the Chartists and what did they campaign for?
In the 1830s to 40s the chartists campaigned for voting reform. They wanted six changes -- every man to vote, elections every year, equality of regions, secret ballots, any man to be able to stand for MP, and for MPs to be paid
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When were the Chartists' demands met?
by 1918
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When were women able to vote?
1918
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When was the voting age reduced to 21?
1928
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When was the voting age reduced to 18?
1969
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Why is the British Constitution unwritten?
There was never a revolution to rewrite the system of government.
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How is the Prime Minister chosen?
The head of thepary with the most-elected MPS is chosen by the queen.
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What can the monarch do?
in weekly meetings with the PM she can advise, warn and encourage
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When did QE2 take the throne?
1952
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What is the monarch's important ceremonial role?
Opening of Parliament, where she makes a speech for the policies for the upcoming year. All Acts are in her name.
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What is the role of the Queen abroad?
Represents the UK in foreign visits and visits abroad as well.
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How many parties can join together for a coalition?
2
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Are the members of the cabinet members of the house of Lords or commons?
commons
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What is the job of MPs
represent everyone in constituency, create new laws, scrutinise what the goverment is doing, debate national issues
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Before 1958 what were the peers?
hereditary, senior judges or bishops
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What happened to the peers after 1958?
The PM can nominate Life Peers. The monarch appoints them. These can also be appointed by leaders of opposition or the Appointments Commission.
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What happened to the peers in 1999?
They have lost their automatic right to attend the House of Lords. They now elect a few to represent them.
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What is the role of the House of Lords?
Suggest new laws or amend new laws, check laws, hold government to account.
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Who has more power, Lords or Commons?
Commons can overrule Lords.
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Who is the SPeaker?
chairs debates in commons. Neutral, even though MP. Voted in by secret ballot. Keeps order and represents Parliament on special occasions.
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What is first past the post?
System for electing MPs. The candidate who gets the most votes is elected.
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How can you contact your MP?
Contact details from local library and website. contact by letter or phone.
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How many mps are in the cabinet?
20
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What is the hone secretary responsible for?
Crime, policing and immigration
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How old do you have to be to run for parliament?
18
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What are the core values for civil servants?
Integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality
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How are local governments funded?
Central government and local taxes
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How many local authorities are in London?
33
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How often are local elections held!
Every year
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When was power devolved?
1997
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Since when has there been a welsh assembly and a Scottish parliament?
1999
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How many members of the welsh assembly are there?
60
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What powers do the welsh assembly have?
Education and training, health and social services, economic development, housing.
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How often are elections in the welsh assembly?
Every 4 years
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How many members are in the Scottish parliament?
129
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What powers do the Scottish parliament have?
Civil and criminal law, heLth, education, planning and tax raising
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How many people in the Northern Irish assembly?
108
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