how pressure groups method and success

Question 1

methods used by insider group ?

Answer 1

-negotiate quietly behind the scene using the private scene
-offer views on legislation
-organisation such as NFU are able to offer the goverment their expertise for influence

Question 2

methods used by outsider groups ?

Answer 2

-resort to less discreet methods to draw attention
-fathers 4 justice climbed onto the roof on buckingham palace
-BLM UK obstructed flights from london city airport

Question 3

direct actions ?

Answer 3

-students protest in 2010 against increased tution fees prosecuted for disordely conduct
-countryside alliance took fox hunting ban to high court

Question 4

combination of methods ?

Answer 4

-some groups use a combination of outside and inside methods
-the BMA usaly enjoy insider status
-much depends on the issue and degree to which govt is willing to respond