Influences On Parliament 1/14 Flashcards

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What are the 4 influences on Parliament?

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1) Political influences
2) Public opinion/media
3) Lobbyists
4) Pressure Groups

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Explain Political Influences with example

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Manifesto created at election time, which details the intentions of laws.
E.g. Conservative 2019 “Get Brexit Done”

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Explain Public Opinion/Media with example

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Government follow strong public opinions and the media bring the public’s opinion to the governments attention.
E.g. Sarah’s Law and Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme

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Explain Lobbyists with example

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Lobby MP’s in Parliament’s Lobby so they talk about your issue in Parliament.
E.g. Sydney Silverman and Death Penalty

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Explain Pressure Groups with example

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Bring their own interests to the attention of public and government
E.g. Dunblane Primary School and Firearms Act

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