Weakness of commons

Question 1

Excessive partisanship

Answer 1

MPs often vote along the party lines due to the whip system. Reduces indepdence of legislative scrutiny. Debates can be dominated by political theater.

Question 2

Limited Time for scrutiny

Answer 2

The commons’ busy legislative agenda often results in inadequate time for detailed examination of bills.

Question 3

Dominance of executive

Answer 3

Majority of the government often dominates the commons, reducing its ability to act as an effective check on the executive branch.