The Executive Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Role of the Prime Minister?
A
Head of the executive
2
Q
Who makes up the Cabinet?
A
Prime Minister , Secretaries of state
3
Q
How many cabinet members are there?
A
20 - 23
4
Q
What is the Role of a Junior Minister?
A
Holds responsibilities within government departments
5
Q
What are Civil Servants?
A
Permanent nonpartisan government staff
6
Q
Name Three Roles of the Executive
A
- Proposing legislation
- Proposing the national budget
- Implementing policy
7
Q
[EXAM Q] Evaluate the view that the conventions of ministerial responsibility no longer adequately account for the actions of ministers. [6 POINTS]
A
AGREE
- Theresa May did not resign - weakened borders
- David Cameron relaxed CMR in EU Referendum
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DISAGREE
- Boris Johnson resigned as foreign sec. - Brexit deal
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