The Executive Branch

Question 1

Name four key points about the cabinet

Answer 1

The committee at the centre of the political system
Supreme descision making body
No legal powers
They have collective responsibility to parliament and are bound by it

Question 2

Key points about civil servants

Answer 2

Permanent employees who work for the state
Are responsible for providing policy advice
They are politically impartial and independent of the government
Are accountable to the public

Question 3

Key points about the special advisors

Answer 3

Often described as spin doctors
Their role is temporary
They are appointed by a government minister