UK Party Policies 2007-2010
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What was a significant reason for Gordon Brown's loss of reputation?

  • His early decision to hold elections
  • His handling of the global financial crisis (correct)
  • His effective communication with the media
  • His popularity among skilled workers

    • In 2010, which percentage of voters did not choose any party regarding the best ideas for managing the economy?

  • 26%
  • 29%
  • 36% (correct)
  • 75%

    • What did the term 'presidentialisation of UK politics' indicate in relation to party leaders?

  • Charismatic leaders consistently won elections regardless of policies
  • The importance of party leaders in election outcomes has increased (correct)
  • Voter choice increasingly focused on party policies rather than leaders
  • Party leaders became less influential over time

    • Who was perceived as the better potential Prime Minister according to polls?

    <p>David Cameron (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic primarily abandoned Labour in 2010 following the financial crisis?

    <p>Skilled workers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main issue in the election discussed?

    <p>The economy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which party promised to make immediate spending cuts?

    <p>Conservatives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Gordon Brown's reputation change after the recession?

    <p>His reputation for economic management was crippled. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was significant about the 2010 election?

    <p>It was the first election to have televised debates. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event occurred during Gordon Brown's campaign visit to Rochdale?

    <p>He was heckled by a voter. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which party leader was perceived as the least charismatic during the televised debates?

    <p>Gordon Brown (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the World Bank think of Gordon Brown's response to the financial crisis?

    <p>It was highly praised. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to the Lib Dems in the election despite entering government?

    <p>They lost five seats. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the skilled working class (C2) voted for the Labour party in the 2010 general election?

    <p>29% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group had the highest turnout in the 2010 general election?

    <p>65+ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Among the age group 18-24, what was the percentage of votes for the Conservative party?

    <p>30% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of non-white voters supported the Labour party during the 2010 general election?

    <p>60% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class group had the highest percentage of Conservative votes?

    <p>Middle class (ABC1) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the percentage of Labour votes among women in the 2010 general election?

    <p>31% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many percentage points difference was there between the Conservative votes and Labour votes among men?

    <p>6% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic had a greater percentage for Labour over Conservative in the 2010 general election?

    <p>Semi/unskilled working class and unemployed (DE) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Declining Two-Party Vote Share

    The decline in the proportion of votes going to the two main political parties in UK general elections, signaling a shift in the political landscape.

    Presidentialisation of UK Politics

    The ability of a party leader's personal qualities and image to influence election outcomes, becoming increasingly crucial in UK politics.

    C2 Class Group

    The specific group of skilled workers who can significantly impact the outcome of elections by shifting their support between parties.

    Incumbent Party Blame

    The tendency for voters to blame the incumbent government for economic crises, even if the crisis is global in nature.

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    Crisis Competence as a Voting Factor

    The process where voters choose a leader based on their perceived competence in handling crises, even if they aren't fully convinced by the leader's overall policies.

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    Budget Deficit

    The amount of money a government spends more than it earns in a year.

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    The 2010 UK Election: Main Issue

    The main issue in the 2010 UK election was the economic recession following the 2008 financial crisis, leading to a large budget deficit.

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    Party Policies on Economy

    The Conservatives, Labour, and Lib Dems all promised to cut spending, but disagreed on the speed and extent of the cuts. The Conservatives advocated immediate cuts, while Labour and Lib Dems favored gradual cuts.

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    Conservative Criticism of Labour

    The Conservatives argued that Labour had mismanaged the economy leading to overspending, which contributed to their victory despite not winning a majority.

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    Televised Election Debates

    The 2010 election was the first to feature televised debates, which may have benefited Nick Clegg of the Lib Dems, even though they lost seats. Arguably, it did not significantly influence the overall outcome.

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    Gordon Brown's Premiership

    Gordon Brown became Prime Minister in 2007 after Tony Blair resigned, but faced calls for an early election to secure a personal mandate. He ultimately decided against it.

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    Conservative Success

    The Conservatives, with David Cameron, were more successful at connecting their message of responsible economic management with voters, ultimately leading to their victory.

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    2010 Election Outcome

    The 2010 election was close and required a coalition government between the Conservatives and Lib Dems, despite the Conservatives not winning a majority.

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    Middle Class Voting Behavior

    The middle class, including professionals, managers, and higher-level white-collar workers.

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    Skilled Working Class Voting Behavior

    Skilled workers in trade, craft, and manufacturing, often with a focus on technical expertise.

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    Semi/UnSkilled Working Class Voting Behavior

    Semi/unskilled manual workers, including those in low-wage jobs and unemployed individuals.

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    Gender Gap in Voting

    Men tend to be more likely to support the Conservative Party, while women are more likely to vote for Labour.

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    BAME Voting Preferences

    Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic voters are significantly more likely to vote Labour than the Conservatives.

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    Age and Political Views

    Young people are more likely to support Labour and the Liberal Democrats, while older voters tend to lean towards the Conservatives.

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    Incumbent Blame

    The tendency for voters to blame the incumbent government for economic troubles, regardless of external factors.

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    Leadership Influence

    The ability of a party leader's persona and leadership qualities to influence election outcomes.

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    Study Notes

    Party Policies and Manifestos

    • The 2007-2008 global financial crisis led to a recession in Britain, increasing the budget deficit to £175 billion.
    • All three major parties promised to cut government spending, but differed on the speed and extent of these cuts.
    • The Conservatives pledged immediate cuts, while Labour and the Liberal Democrats advocated a more gradual approach, fearing a second recession.
    • The Conservatives criticised Labour's economic management, claiming poor spending and overspending.
    • The World Bank praised Gordon Brown's handling of the financial crisis.
    • Gordon Brown's reputation for sound economic management took a hit due to the Conservative narrative.
    • Televised debates were first used during the 2010 election.
    • Gordon Brown's debate performances were not seen as charismatic by voters.
    • Nick Clegg, the Liberal Democrat leader, performed well in the televised debates.
    • The Liberal Democrats entered government for the first time in a coalition.

    The Election Campaign

    • The election campaign highlighted the importance of factors other than policies.
    • The Conservatives strategically focused on vulnerable Labour seats
    • Gordon Brown received criticism, including a heckler's comment about Eastern European immigrants, leading to further controversies.
    • Gordon Brown's response to the heckler, while described as a "bigoted woman" privately, was publicly televised, harming his image.
    • Labour held Rochdale despite the controversy.
    • The 2010 election was the first to have televised debates.
    • The debates may not have significantly influenced the outcome but did affect the public image of the leaders

    Wider Political Context

    • Gordon Brown became Prime Minister in June 2007 following Tony Blair's resignation
    • Gordon Brown hesitated to call an early election, which affected his political standing.
    • Brown's decision to avoid an early election was perceived as cowardly by opponents.
    • The 2007-08 global financial crisis and recession negatively impacted Gordon Brown's reputation.
    • While internationally praised for the measures taken to bail out banks, Brown was criticized in the UK for the crisis.
    • Media portrayal and public opinion viewed Cameron as a more capable Prime Minister.

    2010 General Election - Voting Behaviour

    • Class:
      • Middle Class (ABC1) voted more Conservative compared to Labour and Liberal Democrat.
      • Skilled working class (C2) split between Conservatives and Labour.
      • Lower-skilled working classes and unemployed (DE) favoured Labour to a greater extent.
    • Gender:
      • Men tended to favor Conservatives
      • Women supported a broader range of parties, including Labour and Liberal Democrats
    • BAME (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic):
      • White voters favored Conservatives, a significant gap in support for non-white voters.
      • Non-white voters leaned towards Labour and Liberal Democrats.
    • Age:
      • Younger voters and older voters had varying preferences.
      • Younger voters demonstrated significant support amongst Liberal Democrats.
    • Partisanship:
      • The level of direct party support decreased from 1979 to 2010.

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    Explore the impact of the 2007-2008 financial crisis on UK political parties' policies and manifestos. This quiz examines the differing approaches of the Conservatives, Labour, and Liberal Democrats, particularly regarding government spending cuts and their performances during televised debates in the 2010 election. Test your knowledge on the significant changes in British politics during this period.

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