The Coalition Government Flashcards
1
Q
Fixed Term Parliament Act 2011
A
a gov has to carry out the full 5 year term
created by the Liberal Democrats in fear the Con will call a snap election and vote them out of power
2
Q
Electoral Reform
A
Cameron had to call a referendum in 2011 for the LD to see if they can replace the FPTP with AV
3
Q
AV referendum in 2011
A
68% against AV
- too complicated
42% turnout
David Cameron called AV as ‘undemocratic and unfair”
4
Q
Parliamentary Reforms
A
Parliamentary Backbenchers Committee selected by a secret ballot
Electronic Petitions
- involve themselves in everyday life problems
5
Q
Fixed Term Parliaments Act 2011
A
commits the gov to have an election every 5 years
LD were scared Con would call a snap election and vote them out
Can still have a vote of no confidence to kick LD out
