Public Administration and Local Governance Quiz

The Local Government Act 2000 requires local councils to plan, respond, and recover from emergencies. They also have a legal obligation to provide services like education, refuse collection, social care, and environmental protection.

The NHS Act mandates the NHS to provide a wide range of health services to meet the reasonable needs of the population. This includes various healthcare services like hospitals and clinics.

Central government ensures all statutory services are effective by overseeing various government departments and the civil service. This role is essential to ensure the smooth operation of critical services.

While not legally obliged, these services provide essential support to statutory services and fill gaps where other organizations don't. Examples include the Salvation Army, St. John Ambulance, and mountain rescue.

These services include organizations like utility companies, public transportation, and charitable organizations. While not legally mandated, they play a crucial role in society's well-being.

The legal obligation for an organization to perform a specific service or function, as defined by law.

Local authorities are responsible for overseeing and fulfilling a range of essential services for their communities, including education, refuse collection, social care, environmental protection, and road planning.

Organizations like the Salvation Army, St John Ambulance, and the Red Cross provide non-statutory, often uniformed services including first aid, emergency response, and disaster relief aid.

The NHS Act 2006 mandates that the NHS must arrange for a wide range of healthcare services to meet the reasonable needs of the public.

Central government ensures that all statutory services nationwide function appropriately. This responsibility is distributed among government departments.

The principle of dividing government power among separate branches to prevent any single person or group from having absolute control.

Laws created by the UK Parliament, involving approval by both Houses and Royal Assent.

Laws made by government ministers, often based on expert advice.

The branch of government responsible for implementing policies and proposing laws.

The branch of government responsible for interpreting and applying laws, creating common law.

The process of collecting and distributing money for public services.

Taxes citizens pay directly to the government based on their income, property, or inheritance.

Taxes collected indirectly from the public during transactions, such as sales tax or VAT.

A local tax used to fund services like road maintenance, street cleaning, and the police.

Strict economic policies aimed at reducing government debt by cutting public spending.

The principle of holding individuals and institutions accountable for their actions.

Organizations that oversee and investigate issues related to public services, ensuring accountability and standards.

The main source of funding for public services, collected through direct and indirect taxes.

Protective services mandated by law and funded by the government.

Protective services not required by law, some receive government funding, but many are charities or self-funded.

The main function of uniformed statutory services is to maintain law and order, provide emergency assistance, and defend the nation and its interests.

The Armed Forces Act is a law that outlines the responsibilities of the military, updated every five years.

A document outlining the relationship between the Armed Services and the government.

The Fire and Rescue Services Act of 2004 sets out the responsibilities of the fire service.

The Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE), the Police Act 2017, and the Police, Crime, Courts and Sentencing Bill 2021 are examples of laws governing UK police.

Police officers are responsible for protecting life and property, maintaining peace, enforcing laws, preventing crime, investigating, and enforcing licensing laws.

A system where the people choose and replace the government through free and fair elections. It also emphasizes active citizen participation, human rights protection, and a rule of law that applies equally to everyone.

A form of government where the head of state is elected, as well as the bodies that make laws. Power rests with the people.

A system where one person, a king or queen, holds absolute power.

A system where a monarch (king or queen) is the head of state, but their power is limited by a constitution. Political power is shared between the monarch and a government.

A political system based on socialist ideas, where everything is controlled by the state. There's no private ownership.

The idea that power in a government is distributed among separate branches, preventing any one person or group from having absolute control.

The branch of government responsible for developing policies and proposing legislation. It includes the government, Prime Minister, Cabinet, and ministers.

The branch of government made up of Parliament, members of the House of Commons and House of Lords. It debates proposed legislation and enacts laws.

The UK's central government, located in London, comprises the House of Commons, House of Lords, and the Monarchy. It focuses on national issues like taxation policy, defense, and international agreements.

Elected members of Parliament (MPs) representing specific geographical areas called constituencies. The House of Commons holds the primary role in making laws, controlling finance, and holding the government accountable.

A non-elected body of appointed representatives called peers that provides in-depth examination of public policy and works alongside the House of Commons.

The process of creating new laws by the UK Parliament, involving the introduction, debate and approval of Bills by both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, culminating in Royal Assent.

The UK's Head of State, currently Queen Elizabeth II, performs ceremonial duties and acts on the advice of the government.

A written proposal for a new law that is being considered by Parliament.

The leader of the political party with the most representatives in the House of Commons, responsible for appointing ministers and setting government agendas.

A type of Bill introduced by the government, typically focusing on major policy changes.

A type of Bill introduced by individual MPs or Lords, typically focusing on specific issues or local concerns.

The main body responsible for coordinating governmental departments, controlling policy, and making crucial decisions impacting daily life, chaired by the Prime Minister.

A specific geographical area represented by an elected member of Parliament (MP) in the House of Commons. Constituencies are designed to have similar populations, ensuring equal voting power.

A type of Bill dealing with a specific issue affecting a single person or organization, often requiring a private Act of Parliament.

A type of Bill that mixes elements of Public and Private Bills, addressing both public and private interests.

The process of holding the government accountable for its actions, often conducted through parliamentary debates and questioning.

The power of the House of Commons to control government spending, which includes approving the national budget and raising taxes.

Documents published by the government to gather feedback on policy proposals before legislation is drafted.

Documents published by the government outlining proposed policies and legislation.

The process of creating and shaping laws, which involves debate, amendments, and voting in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords.

The individual who leads the political party with the most representatives in the House of Commons.

Civil servants are politically neutral and work for the government, regardless of which party is in power.

The transfer or delegation of power from the central government to a lower level of administration, such as regional assemblies.

The Scottish Parliament is a devolved legislature with a separate legal system, police force, and the ability to raise taxes. It has the most devolved powers of any regional government branch.

The devolved legislature of Wales that has its own government and makes laws for Wales.

The body that represents Northern Ireland and makes legislation for the region. It also scrutinizes the executive committee.

The Mayor of London is responsible for the strategic administration of Greater London. They set the budget and are elected every four years.

Government departments are responsible for specific areas of policy and services. They are overseen by the Cabinet and the Prime Minister.

The Greater London Authority (GLA) is the top level administration for London. It consists of a directly elected Mayor and a London Assembly. The Mayor of London sets the budget and is responsible for making London a better place for residents and visitors.

The GLA is responsible for a wide range of areas in London, including arts and culture, business, environment, fire, health, housing, planning, policing, transport, and regeneration. It ensures these areas are managed effectively to improve the quality of life in the region.

County Councils, District, Borough or City Councils, and Unitary authorities are all examples of local government in England. These councils provide essential services, represent residents, and work with partners to address local needs. They all focus on delivering services and facilities needed in their particular area.

Parish, community and town councils are another level of local government in England, dealing with issues specific to smaller communities. They focus on local concerns like parks, allotments, and everyday matters close to residents.

Each Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) is responsible for the police force in their area. They are elected every four years and work to ensure an effective and efficient police service. They appoint the Chief Constable, set the police budget, and contribute to national and international policing efforts.

The Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 provides these key responsibilities to PCCs: They secure an efficient and effective police force, appoint the Chief Constable, set police objectives, determine the budget, contribute to national policing, and bring together community safety partners.

In addition to their core duties, PCCs are responsible for overseeing major incidents and emergencies. They are responsible for coordinating and implementing local resilience forums which bring together various officials and agencies to address major incidents.