U1- Useful Information

Question 1

Name 6 reserved issues

Answer 1

Constitutional matters

UK foreign policy

UK defence and national security

Immigration and nationality

Common markets

Data protection

Question 2

Name 6 devolved powers

Answer 2

Education and training

Health

Local government

Social work

The environment

Tourism

Question 3

What is the definition of royal prerogatives?

Answer 3

Powers of the monarch which are exercised in the crowns name by the prime minister and government ministers

Question 4

What is voter apathy?

Answer 4

A lack of interest or engagement in the political process

Question 5

How can EU membership impact on decision making in the U.K.?

Answer 5

EU law takes precedence over U.K. Law, meaning laws passed by parliament that conflict with EU law are illegal

This contradicts parliamentary sovereignty

The PM is regularly involved in European Council meetings with other leaders. Critics argue that because they make EU law in these meetings this weakens the scrutiny function of parliament as it has only the power to approve or reject EU legislation that comes into force in the U.K.

This is one of the main reserved powers of Westminster