Lesson 32 (Keal) Flashcards
1
Q
When are referendums held?
A
Whenever the parliament wants
2
Q
What’s a crucial detail about referendums that made them a dictator’s best friend?
A
The parliament decides the wording
And they give an inalienable mandate
3
Q
Referendums are called when …
A
Legitimise the gov.’s decision
e.g. devolution referendums in 1997
To break a gridlock of the government
e.g. EU Membership 2016
4
Q
What differentiates emergency laws from statutory laws?
A
Emergency laws pass through parliament but statutory laws don’t
5
Q
Bills proposed by members are called …
A
Private members bills
6
Q
Who can propose bills?
A
The executive
MPs
