Theme A Flashcards
What is identity
A sense of who you are are and how you see yourself
What factors create identity
Religion Culture Ethnic and national origin Accent and dialect Sexuality Gender Lifestyle choices Socioeconomic status Cuisine and dietary choice Subculture Media and musical preference Political views Profession
What are The British Isles composed of
The islands of Great Britain Ireland The Isle of Man The Isle of Wight Etc
What is Great Britain composed of
England
Wales
Scotland
What is the United Kingdom composed of
Northern Ireland
Scotland
England
Wales
What is the United Kingdom
A single nation-state composed of four countries
What are The British Isles
A geographical description of the group of islands off the north-western coast of Continental Europe
What is the population of England
56 million
What is the capital of England
London
What is the population of Wales
3 million
What is the capital of Wales
Cardiff
What is the population of Scotland
5.5 million
What is the capital of Scotland
Edinburgh
What is the population of Northern Ireland
2 million
What is the capital of Northern Ireland
Belfast
How do many people in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales view their national origin
Many people in Northern Ireland Scotland and Wales review their national origin as more important to their sense of identity than being part of the United Kingdom
What is immigration
The act of moving to and settling in another country
What is emigration
The act of leaving the country with the intention of settling elsewhere
What are factors causing immigration
High standards of living Peace and political stability High human rights and freedoms Available work and jobs Generous benefits and welfare Freedom of religion
What are factors causing emigration
Low standards of living and poverty Political instability and civil war Dictatorship and lack of freedoms Unemployment and lack of jobs Lack of health care and welfare Religious persecution
What pattern of immigration into the UK occurred in the 1950s and 1960s
Immigration from the West Indies and Caribbean
The Windrush generation
Migrating for work and prosperity
What pattern of immigration into the UK occurred in the 1970s and 1980s
Immigration from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh
Migrating for work, often in the textile industry, and settling in Bradford, Birmingham and London
What pattern of immigration into the UK occurred in the 1990s and 2000s
Immigration from Poland and Eastern Europe
Migrating for temporary work and increased wages following the end of the Cold War
How does religion show the changing nature of the UK population
Range of religion: Christianity Islam Judaism Etc
Non-religious people:
Atheism
Humanism
Etc
How does sexuality and gender identity show the changing nature of the UK population
Range of sexuality: Heterosexuality Homosexuality Bisexuality Asexuality Etc
Range of gender identity:
Gender fluidity
Transgender
Etc
How does the location of people show the changing nature of the UK population
The UK has an increasingly urban population
The UK has a decreasingly rural population
How does the age of people show the changing nature of the UK population
The UK has an increasingly ageing population
What is the general trend regarding the changing nature of the UK population
The UK has an increasingly diverse population
What are the key principles and values of the UK
Democracy
Respect and tolerance
Individual liberty
The rule of law
(Secularism
Constitutional monarchy
Diversity)
What are examples of human rights in the UK
The right to life
The right to freedom of religion
The right To Freedom of association
The right to freedom from torture
What are examples of political rights in the UK
The right to vote
The right to a secret ballot
The right to free speech
The right To Freedom of conscience
What are examples of moral rights in the UK
The right to an education
The right to freedom of thought and expression
The right to be credited
What are examples of legal rights in the UK
The right to a fair trial
Equality before the law
Innocence until proven guilty
The right to representation
What did the UN Universal Declaration on Human rights set out
Basic and universal fundamental human rights
When was the UN Universal Declaration on Human Rights introduced
1948
What did the European Convention on Human Rights establish
Basic human rights in Europe
European Court of Human Rights
Who set out the European Convention on Human Rights
The council of Europe
not the EU
When was the European Convention on Human Rights introduced
1953
What did the UN Convention on the Rights of a Child set out
Basic fundamental rights which are specific to children
This includes the right to an education and freedom from slavery
When was the UN Convention on the Rights of a Child introduced
1989
What are the roles of local governments
Deal with smaller issues in the local area
Eg waste collection, roads, parking, social housing
How are local government selected
In local elections
How are local governments funded
Council tax
Central government grant
Business rates
What is a citizen
A legally recognised member or national of a state
Why do many people in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales you there national origin as more important that their British origin
Being British often connotes English culture and dilute other cultures
Non-English British people often do not prefer to identify as British in an attempt to preserve their culture, language and tradition
What are examples of the UK being multicultural
1 in 7 British people were born outside of Great Britain
40% of Londoners were born outside of Great Britain
What are the advantages of a multicultural society
Awareness of World issues
Tolerance to foreign cultures and Customs
What are the disadvantages of a multicultural society
Minority groups may experience of racial disadvantage
Potential for social disagreements between ideologies and religions
What is democracy
A culture of freedom and equality where all are aware of their rights and responsibilities
What is the rule of law
The respect of Rules that creates a happy, safe and secure environment
What is respect and tolerance
Understanding and respecting that we don’t are all share the same beliefs, ideas and values
Understanding that our own ideas do not need to be imposed on others
What is individual liberty
The protection of everyone’s right to believe, act and express themselves freely
Why are the British values important
The values represent what it is to be a citizen the values and celebrates community and diversity in a modern society
Why did the government introduce the British values
The values of part of the government’s prevent program
This aims to prevent radicalisation and stop would-be terrorists from committing terrorist acts
The values aims to build a society that is that piece of it’s multicultural nature and allow all citizens full access to universal human rights, equality before the law, democracy and participation in society
Why is the UK population increasing
Less people are dying and more people are entering the country
What impacts could the UK is growing population have
The UK will need more housing
There will be a higher demand on public services
What factors cause people to live longer
Improvements in healthcare
Reduced rates of infection
Reduce child mortality
How are the impact of the UK’s growing population paid for
Tax increases
Increases in the retirement age
What is the census
A nationwide survey completed every 10 years
What is an economic migrant
Someone who moves to another country to work
What is an asylum seeker
Someone who has left their home country and apply for asylum in another country
What is a refugee
A person who was moved to another country because they are not protected in the home country
What does being an EU member state to mean in regards to immigration
Citizens of EU member states have the right to live, work and study in any other EU member state
What are the benefits of immigration
Fill job vacancies and skill gaps Help the economy by working and shopping Pay taxes and contribute to state pensions Bring energy and innovation Increase cultural diversity
What are the disadvantages of immigration
Immigrants may be prepared to work for less than UK workers
More people put pressure on public services
Unemployment may rise if there are unrestricted numbers of incomers
There may be a problem with integration and friction with local people
Ease of movement main courage organised crime and human trafficking
What are arguments for the implementation of ID cards
Prove who you are
Help identify illegal citizens
What are arguments against the implementation of ID cards
Invasion of privacy
Minority groups may be targeted
What is prejudice
Having negative opinions of people based on their colour of skin, religion, sex etc
What is discrimination
To act against a group of people
What is persecution
To launch a campaign of hatred against a group
When was the Equality Act introduced
2010
What did the Equality Act set out
Made it illegal to treat people unfairly
What is the purpose of the equality act
To help achieve equal opportunities in the workplace, and in wider society
On what grounds does the Equality Act protect people
Age Gender Maternity Religion & belief Sexual orientation Disability Marriage & partnership Race Sex
On what grounds is unfair treatment considered direct discrimination
Who you are
Who you are thought to be
Someone you’re with
When is discrimination unlawful
You’re treated differently or worse because a protected characteristic
On what grounds is unfair treatment considered indirect discrimination
People are treated equally but the treatment affects you worse because:
It places people who share your protected characteristic ata disadvantage
It places you personally at a disadvantage
The person applying the policy, practise or rule can’t show that there’s a good enough reason for it
What is community cohesion
Different groups that make up a community working together to improve the community and make it a safe, pleasant and supportive place for everyone who lives there
What is integration
Bringing groups and communities together
What is mutual respect
Understanding the views of others, creating equality
What is tolerance
Accepting and living alongside others who may not share your views
When are people more likely to become an active part of their community
When they feel included
How can community cohesion, integration, mutual respect, and tolerance be achieved
Assemblies Charity events Festivals Trips Exchanges RE History Guest speakers Diverse food Project challenging discrimination Youth groups English language classes Community groups
What do human rights cover
What people are legally or morally allowed to do or have
What is a representative democracy
A system where citizens electric representatives to make decisions on their behalf
What are examples of Citizens responsibilities
Voting as a Civic Duty
Using voting to stay educated and informed
Using voting to ensure governments are accountable
Protesting legally
What is an act
A law passed by Parliament
What is the legal right
A right that is protected by law
What is a contract of employment
A document that details and employees and employers responsibilities for a particular job
What is the national living wage
The minimum amount to be paid to an employee over the age of 25
What is the national minimum wage
The minimum amount to be paid to an employee
What are trade unions
Organisations that look after the interests of a group of employees
When can people be dismissed
When they are unable to do their job properly or have been involved in any misconduct
What are consumer rights
The rights you have as a consumer of goods or services
When was the Consumer Rights Act introduced
2015
What does the consumer act right ensure
You have rights as a UK consumer
You get what you paid for
Goods are fit for purpose
Faults are put right, free of charge or with fair compensation
What is alternative dispute resolution
A resolution outside the court system
What is mediation
A suggestion following a cases being set out
What is an adjudicator/arbitrator
I decision both parties have to accept
How are consumer rights enforced
Consumers can contact Traders with complaints and request what they want done
Citizens can seek advice from the Citizens Advice Bureau
Consumers can present their case for the trading Standards department to investigate
Who can take action against those who break consumer laws
The office of Fair Trading
What are business rates
A form of tax paid by businesses in an area
This depends on the rate paid for its premises
What is council tax
Paid by everyone in an area
This depends on the value of their homes
What is a central government grant
Money received from a central government
This depends on the needs of an area and how much money can be raised locally
What are wards
Sections of a town represented by a councillor
How often are there local elections
How every 4 years
What are committees
Groups of councillors who work on specific issues
What is the scrutiny committee
A committee that monitors the cabinets work and make sure it is right and fair
