Collective ministerial responsibility

Question 1

Why is collective ministerial responsibility important?

Answer 1

Ensures minnisters present united front against opposition
Means discussions inside the Cbainet remain private and disagreements remains confidential
It binds the gov together as ministers collectively shoulder responsibility for their actions and policies

Question 2

Example of minister resigning due to collective ministerial repsonsibility

Answer 2

March 2016 Iain Duncan Smithresigned as Secretary of State fo Work and Pensions