Constitutional Conventions Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is the Jennings test
A
3 elements must be established to identify a convention
1.What are the precedents
2. Did the actors in the precedents believe they were bound by a rule
3. Is there a constitutional reason for the rule
2
Q
What is the cardinal convention
A
Monarchs must do as their ministers advise, can’t use their powers on their own judgement
3
Q
What is the tripartite convention
A
The Sovereign has the right to be consulted by the government on certain matters
