Pressure groups Flashcards
What is the cause of the pressure group ‘Just Stop Oil’?
Climate change advocacy
‘Just Stop Oil’ focuses on demanding government action against fossil fuel use.
What tactic did ‘Just Stop Oil’ use on the M25?
Slow walks
This tactic aims to disrupt traffic to draw attention to their cause.
What was a notable action taken by ‘Just Stop Oil’ in February 2025?
Interrupted a West End performance with posters for climate change
This action was intended to raise awareness and provoke discussion.
What was a major success for ‘Just Stop Oil’?
Mass media support
Their tactics garnered significant media coverage, amplifying their message.
What was a failure of ‘Just Stop Oil’?
No direct legislative action
Despite their efforts, they failed to influence specific legislation.
What is one tactic used by the ‘Stop HS2’ group?
Petitions opposing the HS2 bill
Their petitions highlighted the lack of business and environmental cases for HS2.
What was a notable success for the ‘Stop HS2’ group in 2023?
UK government canceled the northern segment of HS2
This was a significant victory for their campaign.
What was a failure of the ‘Stop HS2’ campaign?
Continued government support for parts of HS2
Despite their efforts, past administrations continued backing HS2.
What significant success did ‘Liberty’ achieve?
Lobbying for the incorporation of the ECHR into UK law
This was aimed at protecting human rights in the UK.
What was a failure of ‘Liberty’?
Failed to block the Rwanda scheme plan
The Safety of Rwanda Bill was passed despite legal opposition.
What is one success of the British Medical Association (BMA)?
Lobbied for the Soft Drinks Industry Levy
This policy aimed to combat obesity and was included in the Finance Act 2017.
What was a failure of the BMA?
Government refusal to meet their 35% pay demand in 2023-4
Despite strikes and lobbying, the government did not agree to their demands.
What success did Stonewall achieve?
Campaigning for the Marriage (Same-Sex Couples) Act
This was a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ rights in the UK.
What was a failure of Stonewall?
UK government stopped working with Stonewall’s Diversity Champions scheme
This indicated a setback in corporate partnerships for LGBTQ+ advocacy.
What action was announced by Rishi Sunak regarding the Bayswater Support Group (BSG)?
Plans to restrict social transitioning in schools
This announcement was seen as a setback for gender-affirming care for minors.
What was a failure of the Institute of Fiscal Studies?
Proposed new taxation on high earners was rejected
This proposal did not gain traction with the government.
What success did Policy Exchange achieve?
Influenced the Safety of Rwanda Bill 2024
Their research on deportation policies shaped this legislation.
What was a failure of Policy Exchange?
Called for slowing down Net Zero policies, but government adhered to original targets
Their recommendations did not lead to any policy changes.
What success did the Nuffield Trust achieve?
Pushed for long-term staffing solutions influencing government workforce plans
Their efforts were reflected in the NHS Long-Term Workforce Plan (2023).
What tactic did Extinction Rebellion (XR) use in 2020?
Occupied UK newspaper offices like The Times and The Sun
This was to protest insufficient coverage of the climate crisis.
What was a notable success for Extinction Rebellion in 2019?
UK government declared a climate emergency
This declaration was a direct result of XR’s persistent activism.
What was a success of Black Lives Matter (BLM) in 2020?
Toppling of Edward Colston’s statue during a protest in Bristol
This event highlighted issues of historical racism in the UK.
What was a failure of the BLM movement?
Sewell Report criticized for downplaying structural racism
The report did not propose significant changes to the police system.
What was a key demand of BLM that has not been met?
Race Equality Act
This legislation has not been passed despite being a central demand.
What success did the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) achieve regarding trade?
Lobbied for a trade deal with the EU
This was part of their efforts to support UK businesses post-Brexit.
What was a failure of the CBI?
Increased barriers to trade with the EU
Many businesses faced higher costs and bureaucratic challenges.
