Parliamentary Law Making in the UK

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What distinguishes the House of Commons from the House of Lords?

It is responsible for approving the monarch's decisions.

It is elected while the House of Lords is not. (correct)

It has more members than the House of Lords.

It represents geographic constituencies. (correct)

Which of the following statements about the Senate in Wales is correct?

It can legislate on specific issues like health and education. (correct)

It has the power to make laws on all matters.

It is a part of the UK Parliament.

It is located in Scotland.

What is the main legislative authority of the UK?

The Monarch.

The Parliament of the UK. (correct)

The House of Lords.

The Prime Minister's Office.

How often are elections for Members of Parliament in the House of Commons typically held?

Every 5 years. Signup and view all the answers

Which institutions comprise the Parliament of the United Kingdom?

House of Commons, House of Lords, and the Monarch. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key concept that describes the authority of the UK Parliament?

Parliamentary sovereignty. Signup and view all the answers

Which court hears appeals from high courts and county courts in England and Wales?

Court of Appeal. Signup and view all the answers

What system of governance does Zimbabwe operate under?

Written constitution. Signup and view all the answers

Which entity holds the power to make laws specifically for Wales?

The Senedd Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the monarch in the UK legislative process?

To give final approval to laws Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic defines the Parliament of the United Kingdom?

It is a bicameral legislature Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the principle that the UK Parliament can create any law it chooses?

Parliamentary Sovereignty Signup and view all the answers

How are Members of Parliament (MPs) typically elected in the House of Commons?

By a plurality of votes in geographical constituencies Signup and view all the answers

Which type of legislature does not require a written constitution?

Parliaments with sovereignty principles Signup and view all the answers

What happens after a bill passes through the House of Commons?

It is forwarded to the House of Lords for consideration Signup and view all the answers

Which courts are part of the legal system shared by England and Wales?

High Court and Crown Court Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Parliamentary Law Making

England and Wales are two of four constituent countries in the UK.
The UK Parliament, located in London, is responsible for laws affecting all four countries.
Wales has a devolved legislature (Senedd) with powers over specific areas like health, education, and agriculture.
England and Wales share a legal system (same laws). The Crown Court of England and Wales handles serious crimes; the Court of Appeal of England and Wales is located in London and handles appeals from High Courts and County Courts.
The UK's Parliament is the supreme legislative body, able to create any law it chooses. The UK does not have a written constitution. This places the UK Parliament at the top of the decision-making hierarchy.
It is a bicameral legislature (two houses).

House of Commons

The elected lower house of Parliament has significant power, despite its position (Historically this house has had more power than the upper house).
MPs represent geographical constituencies. The person with the most votes in a particular constituency wins the seat.
Elections occur every five years but can be called earlier (e.g. if an MP dies or retires).
MPs can also be elected through by-elections if they die or retire.
The House of Commons is the primary legislative body in the UK.
Bills are introduced, discussed, and scrutinized before being sent to the House of Lords. Bills go through various stages, including debate and scrutiny before being sent to the House of Lords.

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This quiz explores the legislative framework of the UK Parliament, including its structure, powers, and the roles of the House of Commons and the devolved legislature in Wales. Test your understanding of how laws are made and the significance of the Parliament in the UK legal system.