influences on parliament- politcal infuence Flashcards
(4 cards)
what is the political influence
partys manifesto is key, one way in which parties persuade people. the party that has the most members after a general election necomes the government. ( can be up to 5 years) government will have major say on what new laws will be put infront of the house of commons
what happens at each opening session of parliament
government announces its plans for new laws that season, done in the kings speech; speech is written forthe king by the prime minister and othersenior minister
what is the advantage of political influence
each party has its proposals for reform ready so if that they are elected they will know what to do immediately = law process efficient
what is a disadvantage
changes and criticism, when a different party is elected at a new general election may decide to appeal laws from previous government which could cause chaos