Functions Of The Commons Flashcards
1
Q
Legislative
A
Primary law making role.
2
Q
Scrutiny
A
Examination of government legislation, policies and spending. 3 methods: Debates, Questions, and Committees.
3
Q
Representation
A
When interests of sections of society may be affected by policy, proposed legislation and government decisions groups of MP’s may seek to defend their interests.
4
Q
Legitimation
A
Link to legislation - formal consent given to new laws.
5
Q
Constituency work
A
Redress of grievances ensuring their constituency interests are defended at individual and as a whole.
6
Q
National debate
A
Take part when great issues of the day need debating.
