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The House of Commons Flashcards

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Why is the House of Commons regarded as the more important of the two chambers in parliament?

A

Because its members are

democratically elected

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What do MPs represent?

A

Their parliamentary constituency

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What is a parliamentary constituency?

A

A small area of the country

A district

that elects

a member of parliament

It will be represented by one of the seats in the House of Commons

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What are the responsabilities of a member of parliament (MP)?

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  • Represent everyone in their constituency
  • help to create new laws
  • scrutinise and comment on what the government is doing
  • debate important national issues
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Life in the U.K.: The UK government, the law and your role - The British constitution (9 decks)

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