Influences On Parliament (8)

Question 1

Political influence

Answer 1

One person takes advantage of thier political power over another person.
Conservatives 2019 - get brexit done

Question 2

Pressure group

Answer 2

A group trying to bring attention to the public and government to get the law changed.
Firearm Act 1997 - Dunblane disaster 16 children and a teacher shot dead in school gym in scotland 25 years ago.

Question 3

Lobbyist

Answer 3

People who try to persuade MPs to support thier cause.
Sydney Silverman abolishing the death penalty.
Death Act 1969

Question 4

Law commission

Answer 4

Full time reform body who work part time to suggest which law need reviewing through repeal , consolidation or codification.
Criminal Attempt Act 1981

Question 5

Public opinion / media

Answer 5

Plays a large role in bringing public opinion to Government’s attention as they let Government know what public opinion.
Dangerous Dog Act 1991 - pitbull dogs attacking children and media talking about it.