The Government Flashcards
Who appoints the members of the cabinet and has control over many important public appointments.
The PM
Who also lives in a country house outside London called Chequers.
PM
The Prime Minister usually resigns if…
if his or her party loses a General Election.
The Prime Minister appoints how many senior MPs to become ministers in charge of departments.
About 20
Cabinet member responsible for the economy
Chancellor of the Exchequer
Cabinet member responsible for crime, policing and immigration
Home Secretary
Cabinet member responsible for managing relationships with foreign countries
Foreign Secretary
other ministers responsible for subjects such as education, health and defence.
‘Secretaries of State’
The second-largest party in the House of Commons
The Opposition
their role is to challenge the government and put forward alternative policies.
Shadow Ministers, Shadow Cabinet
When does the opposition have the chance to challenge the ruling party?
PMQs
What are the major political parties?
Conservative Party, the Labour Party, the Liberal Democrats, or one of the parties representing Scottish, Welsh or Northern Irish interests.
What is the CBI (Confederation of British Industry)
A lobbying group
Who supports the government in developing and implementing its policies.
Civil servants
what are the core values of the civil service?
integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality
What are democratically elected councils called?
‘local authorities’.
Who funds local authorities?
central government and by local taxes.
Who appoints a mayor?
local authorities
There has been a Welsh Assembly and a Scottish Parliament since when?
1999
Many public services, such as what are controlled by the devolved administrations?
education
The Northern Ireland Assembly has been running successfully since
2007
Proceedings in Parliament are broadcast on television and published in official reports called
Hansard.
On election day, the polling station or place will be open from
7.00 am until 10.00 pm.
When you arrive at the polling station, the staff will ask for your
name and address.
