1A.1.4 Law makers Flashcards
1
Q
How many sit in the House of Commons?
A
Contains 650 MPs
2
Q
Who makes up the cabinet?
A
The Prime Minister and his ministers
3
Q
What is the role of MPs in the HOC?
A
Debate, scrutinise and vote on new laws
4
Q
What is ensured by having MPs in the HOC?
A
It makes the law making system democratic. MPs put forward the views of their constituents
5
Q
How many make up the HOL?
A
Approx. 700 unelected and unpaid Lords
6
Q
What three groups are sat in the the HOL?
A
- Hereditary peers
- Life peers
- 26 COE Bishops
7
Q
What is the role of the HOL?
A
To compliment the work of the HOC. They also scrutinise and amend proposed legislation
8
Q
What are the three key functions of the Monarch in the law-making process?
A
- To open each Parliamentary session
- To give royal assent
- The appoint and dismiss PMs
