The powers of the prime minister and the Cabinet to dictate events and policy 3.3 Flashcards
1
Q
what are the prime minister’s powers
A
- appointing a shuffling government
- management of cabinet
- leadership of biggest party
- responsibility for government function
- direction of policy
- national leadership
2
Q
what are the factors which may enhance or restrict the prime minister’s powers
A
- popularity of PM
- size of majority
- external pressures
- state of economy
- personality
- unity
