Other collective organisations and groups 1.3

Question 1

what are Think Tanks

Answer 1

group of experts from different backgrounds who to fix eco, soco and politico conflicts

Question 2

who are lobbyists

Answer 2

someone who is paid by clients to seek to influence government or parliament on their behalf, particularly when legislation is being considered

Question 3

who are corporations

Answer 3

powerful businesses may lobby the government in attempt to modify policies that affect their business interest

Question 4

what is the ‘revolving door process’

Answer 4

where senior politicians take well-paid jobs in private sector after leaving government

Question 5

an example of a national corporation lobbying government

Answer 5

OCT 2016
-Greg Clark
-was going to put tax on sugary drinks but opposed

Question 6

an example of an international corporation lobbying government

Answer 6

2016
-google paying £130 million in tax from 2005 to now (~obviously a bit iffy)