The main powers of the executive 3.1 Flashcards
1
Q
what are the main powers of the executive
A
- royal prerogative powers
- initiation of legislation
- secondary/delegated legislation
2
Q
what is a ‘royal prerogative’
A
a set of powers and privileges belonging to
the monarch but normally exercised by the prime minister or Cabinet, such as
the granting of honours or of legal pardons.
3
Q
example of main prerogative powers
A
- grant legal pardons
- sign treaties
- award honours
4
Q
examples of prerogative powers under parliamentary authority
A
- 2011 Fixed Term Parliamentary Act being changed by Theresa May
- Iraq war 2003 meant that there has to be parliamentary approval before military decisions
5
Q
what does legislation mean
A
the process of making or enacting laws.
6
Q
what is secondary legislation
A
powers given to the executive by parliament to make changes to the law, within certain specific rules.
