2.4 The ways in which Parliament interacts with the Executive

Question 1

Why is parliamentary privilege so important to MPs?

Answer 1

Parliamentary privilege is integral to the ability of MPs and peers to carry out their function in Parliament

Question 2

What is Parliamentary Privilege?

Answer 2

Bestows upon MPs the ability to say anything within Parliament without being subject to outside influence such as libel

Question 3

Give an example where it has been proven that even though parliamentary privilege exists, it doesn’t mean MPs can be prosecuted from criminal activity

Answer 3

Several MPs and peers were jailed following revelations in 2009 that they had made false claims for parliamentary expenses