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2018 US Midterms: Why do incumbents have an advantage?
Incumbents are those who already hold elected office; for example, serving congressmen and senators. Since 1970, 95% of incumbent house members…
Read MoreSummary; Legislative Process
The Legislative Process in the UK Queen’s Speech Once it has been agreed among cabinet minister, the government’s legislative programme is…
Read MoreHandout; How representative is Parliament?
How representative is Parliament? Parliament is representative in a number of respects; Each eligible voter has a choice of constituency…
Read MoreHandout; Options for further reform to the House of Lords
Options for further reform to the House of Lords Suggested Reform: NO CHANGE Those who advocate no change argue that the…
Read MoreEssay Plan; “Reform of the House of Commons has been too limited”. How far do you agree with this view?
“Reform of the House of Commons has been too limited”. How far do you agree with this view? Answers should include…
Read MoreHandout; Future Plans for the House of Lords
Future Plans for the House of Lords Stalling of Reforms As part of a longer-term settlement, the Blair government asked former…
Read MoreHandout; Functions of Parliament
Functions of Parliament House of Commons Passing legislation Parliament is the UK legislature, the supreme law-making body. Apart from passing new…
Read MoreEssay Plan; Assess the arguments for and against reforming the House of Lords
Assess the arguments for and against reforming the House of Lords. INTRODUCTION: The House of Lords can be viewed as a…
Read MoreIntroduction to Parliament
Introduction to Parliament The House of Commons The UK’s House of Commons is probably the best-known democratic institution in the world….
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