Influence On Parliament (12)

Question 1

Media: changing law to match the public opinion

Answer 1

Snowdrop campaign change law to represent public opinion of firearm possession .
However the view of snowdrop campaign were not representive of the whole nation.

Question 2

Lobbyist: pay mps to raise their issues

Answer 2

Financially successful lobbyist have more influence than the public.
This is regarded as bribery which is illegal.

Question 3

Pressure groups : can be quite forceful
May not representive majority.

Answer 3

Conflicting ideas when opposing ideas.
Pressure group may use their platform to promote hate speech.

Question 4

Political influence : current government repealing law made of old government

Answer 4

This can be seen as an abuse of power as they are removing law they do not agree with.
However, law should be more applicable to current society.