Types of Pressure Groups

Question 1

Interest/Sectional

Answer 1

Only open to certain individuals and act out of self-interest

Examples: The National Farmers Union (NFU). The British Medical Association (BMA), The National Union of Teachers (NUT)

Question 2

Promotional/Cause

Answer 2

Open to everyone and promote a certain cause

Examples: Greenpeace (environment), Liberty (protect civil liberties and promote human rights), RSPCA (animals)

Question 3

Insider

Answer 3

Have a close link with the government

Examples: The British Medical Association (BMA), Confederation of British Industry (CBI), The National Farmers Union (NFU)

Question 4

Outsider

Answer 4

Don’t have a close link with the government and strive through public support

Examples: Greenpeace, UK Uncut, 38 Degrees