Political Parties Flashcards
(28 cards)
What controversy did the UK Labour government face in summer 2024?
The Labour government was involved in a controversy involving Lord Waheed Alli, a prominent donor, and the scandal dubbed ‘freebiegate’.
Alli donated over £500,000 to the party since 2020.
What gifts did Prime Minister Keir Starmer accept from Lord Alli?
Starmer accepted gifts valued at over £16,000, including clothing and eyewear, and more than £107,000 in total since 2019.
What was ‘Operation Integrity’ related to?
It involved Lord Alli being granted a temporary security pass to Downing Street to organize a post-election event and advise on public appointments.
What did the allegations of cronyism undermine?
They undermined public trust in politicians and increased opposition to party funding by donations.
Who was hired as Reform UK’s treasurer in December 2024?
Billionaire Nick Candy was hired to improve fundraising for the party.
What significant donation did Nick Candy plan to solicit?
He planned to solicit a £78 million donation from Elon Musk.
What did Transparency International UK report about party donations?
They reported that £1 in every £10 donated comes from unknown sources.
What act was passed to renationalize the railways?
The Passenger Railway Services (Public Ownership) Act was passed in November 2024.
What does the Great British Energy Bill aim to establish?
It aims to establish Great British Energy as a state-owned energy investment and generation company.
What key provisions are included in the Renters’ Rights Bill?
It includes the abolition of Section 21 evictions and caps on rent increases to once per year.
What welfare cuts did the Labour government announce in March 2025?
They announced £6 billion in benefits cuts, including tougher eligibility tests for PIP and changes to Universal Credit.
What was significant about Rachel Reeves’ budget in October 2024?
It was Labour’s first budget since 2010 and included tax rises worth £40bn.
What immigration policy was introduced in January 2025?
The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill introduced stricter measures against people smuggling.
How did the Labour government engage with the business community?
They sought to strengthen ties with corporate leaders, resulting in £63 billion of private investment commitments.
What immigration policy did Kemi Badenoch announce in February 2025?
She announced that immigrants should only apply for British citizenship after 15 years of residence.
What is the Conservative Party’s stance on Brexit?
They claim the UK has ‘reaped the benefits’ of Brexit, emphasizing deregulation and national sovereignty.
What is Labour’s approach to EU relations post-Brexit?
Labour is committed to ‘industrial collaboration’ with the EU and seeks closer trading relationships.
What did the 2024 manifesto pledge regarding the EU?
The 2024 manifesto pledged to seek closer trading relationships with the EU, including a new agri-food agreement, regulatory alignment, and a veterinary agreement to eliminate border checks.
How did the Conservative Party respond to Keir Starmer’s approach to Brexit?
The Conservative Party claimed that Keir Starmer is attempting to undo Brexit and backsliding on freedom of movement, despite Labour not wanting to rejoin the EU.
What did Ed Davey urge Keir Starmer to do in 2025?
Ed Davey urged Keir Starmer to begin talks on a new UK-EU customs union to grow the economy and advocated for joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean convention for tariff-free trade.
What was the response of Keir Starmer to President Trump’s comments about Zelensky?
Keir Starmer aligned himself with Ukraine, describing Zelensky as a democratically elected leader and emphasizing the importance of cooperation.
How did Kemi Badenoch respond to President Trump’s comments about Zelensky?
Kemi Badenoch defended Zelensky, asserting that he was a democratically elected leader who stood up to an illegal invasion.
What is the shared foreign policy outlook of Labour and Conservative parties regarding Ukraine?
Both parties share a similar outlook of defending Ukraine against Russian aggression, even when diverging from traditional U.S. foreign policy.
What commitment have Labour and Conservative parties made regarding defense spending?
Both parties have committed to increasing defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, citing growing security threats from global instability.
