Citizenship Theme A: Political Rights

Question 1

6 key political rights for adults

Answer 1

1) to vote in general election as for a member of parliament to represent them in the House of Commons.

2) to vote in local elections for councillors to represent them on the local council.

3) to vote in referendums, with a single vote on a single issue.

4) in some nations, to vote for devolved assemblies and parliaments.

5) in some regions, to vote for the mayor, and/or police and crime commissioners.

6) to stand for elections as a local councillor, MP, Mayor or police and crime commissioner

Question 2

Political rights for all citizens:

Answer 2

1) Lobby a member of parliament

2) Form a pressure group to change public policy.

3) Organise a campaign including leaflets, posters or social media.

4) Organise a public meeting or protest.

5) petition traditionally or online. If signatures exceed 100000, the issue is considered for debate in parliament.

Question 3

What are citizens responsibilities?

Answer 3

1) to vote as a civic duty

2) To use voting as an opportunity to be educated and informed about issues.

3) To use voting to ensure governments keep their promises and are accountable.

4) To vote so outcomes represent the population.

5) If protesting, to do so legally

6) To use freedom of speech but not offend.