2.2 Comparative Powers of the HoC and HoL Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of the Commons?
A
- legislating
- holding the government to account
- representation
2
Q
What is legislating?
A
The process of making, amending and passing laws.
3
Q
What is a Private Members Bill?
A
A bill proposed by a Mp
4
Q
What are the ways in which the Commons can hold the government to account?
A
- questions (PMQs)
- committees (Liason, Select and Public)
- vote against legislation
- vote of no confidence
5
Q
What are the powers of the Commons solely?
A
- approval of finances
- veto legislation
- dismissal of government
- select committee examination
6
Q
What are the shared powers between the two chambers?
A
- debating legislation
- holding government to account
- debating key issues
7
Q
What are the powers of the Lords solely?
A
- examination of secondary legislation
- delaying legislation
