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Based on the provided information, what is the total number of MPs?
Based on the provided information, what is the total number of MPs?
Which of the following is NOT a function of Parliament according to the provided information?
Which of the following is NOT a function of Parliament according to the provided information?
Which of the following is considered the LEAST significant reason why select committees are NOT important?
Which of the following is considered the LEAST significant reason why select committees are NOT important?
According to the information provided, which of these statements relating to the importance of select committees is considered stronger than other reasons?
According to the information provided, which of these statements relating to the importance of select committees is considered stronger than other reasons?
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Based on the text, what is the primary purpose of the ‘scrutiny’ function of Parliament?
Based on the text, what is the primary purpose of the ‘scrutiny’ function of Parliament?
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According to the information provided, what is a primary benefit of devolution?
According to the information provided, what is a primary benefit of devolution?
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Which of the following is a stated drawback of devolution, according to the information provided?
Which of the following is a stated drawback of devolution, according to the information provided?
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What is the goal of extending free school meals?
What is the goal of extending free school meals?
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What is the primary role of the Speaker within the House of Commons?
What is the primary role of the Speaker within the House of Commons?
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What is the number of new expert teachers being recruited in key subjects?
What is the number of new expert teachers being recruited in key subjects?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the Chair of the Public Accounts Committee?
Which of the following best describes the role of the Chair of the Public Accounts Committee?
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According to the content, which of the following is considered a function of Parliament?
According to the content, which of the following is considered a function of Parliament?
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Which of the following best describes Labour's primary focus?
Which of the following best describes Labour's primary focus?
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What is a primary function of parliamentary select committees?
What is a primary function of parliamentary select committees?
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Which group will have access to 15 hours free childcare?
Which group will have access to 15 hours free childcare?
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Which of the following is a defining characteristic of a Parliamentary Government?
Which of the following is a defining characteristic of a Parliamentary Government?
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What is identified as a weakness of parliamentary select committees?
What is identified as a weakness of parliamentary select committees?
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Which best describes the Conservative’s focus?
Which best describes the Conservative’s focus?
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What condition is necessary for a Presidential Government according to the content?
What condition is necessary for a Presidential Government according to the content?
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What is a stated criticism on the representation of the Parliament?
What is a stated criticism on the representation of the Parliament?
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Which select committee was mentioned as having called Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to testify?
Which select committee was mentioned as having called Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to testify?
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What action has been taken regarding Iran and its proxies?
What action has been taken regarding Iran and its proxies?
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What does the increase in independence since 2010 of Select committees allow them to do?
What does the increase in independence since 2010 of Select committees allow them to do?
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What is an area of common ground between Labour and the Conservatives?
What is an area of common ground between Labour and the Conservatives?
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What was a key provision of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022?
What was a key provision of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022?
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Which statement expresses a limitation on the power of parliamentary select committees?
Which statement expresses a limitation on the power of parliamentary select committees?
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When will eligible parents be able to access free childcare in key subjects?
When will eligible parents be able to access free childcare in key subjects?
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Based on the provided details, what is a key role of the Business and Trade Committee?
Based on the provided details, what is a key role of the Business and Trade Committee?
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Which political ideology aligns most closely with the 'Law and Order' policies described?
Which political ideology aligns most closely with the 'Law and Order' policies described?
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What is a potential negative consequence of a high rate of membership turnover in committees?
What is a potential negative consequence of a high rate of membership turnover in committees?
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What was a specific target for increased funding under the described 'Welfare' policies?
What was a specific target for increased funding under the described 'Welfare' policies?
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How did COVID-19 impact the 'Welfare' policy’s success?
How did COVID-19 impact the 'Welfare' policy’s success?
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What is the implication of a government majority on select committees?
What is the implication of a government majority on select committees?
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What is a core belief associated with the 'One Nation' ideology in relation to welfare?
What is a core belief associated with the 'One Nation' ideology in relation to welfare?
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Besides an increase of 20,000 more police officers, what other method was used by the government to achieve a 'Law and Order' agenda?
Besides an increase of 20,000 more police officers, what other method was used by the government to achieve a 'Law and Order' agenda?
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What was the target goal in increased GP appointments per year under the new 'Welfare' funding?
What was the target goal in increased GP appointments per year under the new 'Welfare' funding?
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Which of the following best reflects the primary goal of the welfare policies mentioned in the content?
Which of the following best reflects the primary goal of the welfare policies mentioned in the content?
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Which of the following is a primary argument in favor of state funding for political parties?
Which of the following is a primary argument in favor of state funding for political parties?
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What is a key concern regarding possible conditions attached to state funding for political parties?
What is a key concern regarding possible conditions attached to state funding for political parties?
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According to the evaluation, why is the argument for state funding of political parties considered stronger?
According to the evaluation, why is the argument for state funding of political parties considered stronger?
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What is a potential drawback of state funding of parties, as highlighted in the provided counter-argument?
What is a potential drawback of state funding of parties, as highlighted in the provided counter-argument?
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What is one way in which state funding aims to limit the influence of wealthy donors?
What is one way in which state funding aims to limit the influence of wealthy donors?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of providing state funding to political parties?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of providing state funding to political parties?
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According to the provided content, how might state funding for political parties affect new parties?
According to the provided content, how might state funding for political parties affect new parties?
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Why is it argued that state funding could make parliament more representative?
Why is it argued that state funding could make parliament more representative?
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Study Notes
UK Politics Study Notes
- Budget Analysis: National insurance contributions positively affect employees but negatively affect employers. Income tax has a negative impact on both employees and employers, and a positive effect on the government. A 1.5% increase in national insurance is projected for 2025.
Article Notes: Labour's Tam Dalyell
- Tam Dalyell's view on devolution was that it would be a massive mistake, potentially exacerbating disunion.
- Labour's manifesto included devolution via a referendum.
- A 3% vote favored the Scottish Parliament in the 1998 referendum.
- The Scottish Parliament was established in 1999, and the Additional Member System (AMS) was expected to lead to coalition or minority governments.
- Tam Dalyell's concerns proved accurate, as the SNP's success resulted in the 2014 Scottish independence referendum and a lowering of the voting age to 16.
- The 2014 referendum saw an 84% voter turnout, with Scotland voting against independence.
- Subsequent Scottish parliament elections, like those in 2016 and 2021, saw Labour fall to third place, but campaigns and referendums have led to additional devolution.
- Changes to the Scotland Act of 2016 increased the power given following the Smith Commission recommendations.
- Data demonstrates a fluctuation in seat totals for different parties between 1999 and 2021.
Devolution in England
- Arguments for English devolution: higher population and need for more representation, greater number of constituents and more power needed to deal with the constituents.
- Arguments against English devolution: England already has major representation in the UK, and English citizens do not want devolution.
Parliament
- Crossbenchers: Members of the House of Lords who are unaffiliated with any party.
- Speaker: An MP who presides over debates in the House of Commons.
- Chair of the Public Accounts Committee: A person who chairs a committee that examines government financial arrangements.
- Functions of Parliament: Parliament carries out various functions, including representation, legislation, scrutiny and committee work.
Parliamentary Government
- In the UK, the government is formed from the members of the Houses of Parliament.
- There is no strict clear separation of powers between the executive and the legislature (parliament).
- Parliament, through specific committees, serves as a crucial source of political authority in the UK.
- The president isn't part of the UK's legislature, and the figurehead is directly accountable to the people.
UK Parliament Demographics
- 35% of MPs are female, and 65% are male.
- 18.3% of the UK population are ethnic minorities, and 14% of UK parliament members are ethnic minorities.
- 5.8% of the UK population attends private education. 23% of MPs in parliament have attended private education.
General Parliament Evaluation
- Various aspects of the UK's political system like the composition, structure and the way it operates, it can be evaluated if it is effectively serving the functions intended in the UK.
- Parliament's effectiveness is tied to different components including representation of diverse constituents.
- Scrutiny and effectiveness of legislation, and the extent to which it serves its purpose.
Assisted Dying Bill 2024
- Introduced to give more choice and freedom to terminally ill patients.
- Potential controversy surrounding moral and ethical implications.
- Result: 300 MPs voted in support, 275 opposed, and 50 did not vote.
The Conservative Party
- Principles: Tradition, Human Imperfection, Pragmatism, Organic Society/State, and Libertarianism.
- Views on One Nation Conservatism: the need for help for those who need it. Noblesse oblige (obligation to help others). Slightly larger government intervention in society. Post-War reconstruction and recovery.
The Liberal Democrats
- More economically conservative.
- Rooted in the historical Liberal Party.
- Merger with the historical Liberal Party in 1988.
Social Democratic Party (SD)
- Positions themselves as centrist.
- Advocating social justice and liberty.
- Strong influence during the 2010 coalition government.
- Experienced loss in parliamentary representation since 2015.
Jo Swinson
- Resigned as party leader with the low number of Lib Dem MPs elected.
Other notable notes
- 2016 and 2021 Scottish Parliament elections saw Labour decline.
- The 2019 example shows that devolution might have caused problems for Labour.
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Explore key concepts in UK politics, including budget analysis and the impact of taxes on employees and employers. Learn about Tam Dalyell's perspective on devolution and the significant events leading up to the establishment of the Scottish Parliament and the 2014 independence referendum. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of these crucial topics in UK political history.
