Advantages and Disadvantages

Question 1

Advantages of Parliamentary Law Making Process

Answer 1

• includes public opinion. the public are able to give input on the principles of the Bill through the green and white paper.
• many opportunities for debate. the Bill is thoroughly checked by the HoL, HoC and Parliamentary Council
• trust in the system. HoC MPs are voted in so they should have the public’s best interest in mind.
• enables full reform. the whole statute can be reviewed whereas judges only look at particular cases and facts.

Question 2

Disadvantages of Parliamentary Law Making Process

Answer 2

• long process. some Bills get lost as they are not as important and others take priority.
• lack of time. Parliament take breaks so they run out of time.
• government control. the government has control over that policies are and are not made.
• complexity. the language and subject of the law may mean the MPs and public do not completely understand, therefore do not interfere where they may have to.