Chapter 7.1 - PM + Executive - Structure and Role Flashcards
1
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STRUCTURE AND ROLE OF THE EXECUTIVE
A
STRUCTURE AND ROLE OF THE EXECUTIVE
2
Q
What are the most important elements of the executive?
A
The Prime Minister and the cabinet
3
Q
What is the cabinet comprised of?
A
Heads of the departments of state
4
Q
Who helps run the administration of departments of state and implement government policies?
A
Senior civil servants
5
Q
What is legislation introduced by the government referred to as?
A
‘The doctor’s mandate’
6
Q
What does the executive introduce every year which determines how the government proposes to raise revenue?
A
The budget
7
Q
What can the executive introduce which modifies legislation already passed by parliament?
A
Secondary legislation
