Influences On Parliament

Question 1

What are the 4 influences on Parliament?

Answer 1

1) Political influences
2) Public opinion/media
3) Lobbyists
4) Pressure Groups

Question 2

Explain Political Influences with example

Answer 2

Manifesto created at election time, which details the intentions of laws.
E.g. Conservative 2019 “Get Brexit Done”

Question 3

Explain Public Opinion/Media with example

Answer 3

Government follow strong public opinions and the media bring the public’s opinion to the governments attention.
E.g. Sarah’s Law and Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme

Question 4

Explain Lobbyists with example

Answer 4

Lobby MP’s in Parliament’s Lobby so they talk about your issue in Parliament.
E.g. Sydney Silverman and Death Penalty

Question 5

Explain Pressure Groups with example

Answer 5

Bring their own interests to the attention of public and government
E.g. Dunblane Primary School and Firearms Act