Executive Power

• Royal Prerogative Powers

  Powers once held by the Monarch which are now held by the government.

  Appoint ministers.

  Award honours and peerages.

  Declare war/ use of armed forces.

  Sign treaties.

  Call general elections.

  Grant passports.
• Initiating Legislation

  Often starts in the Commons.

  If a government has a large majority then it can get legislation through the Commons without concern.
• Delegated Legislation

  Amending legislation.

  Largely meant for quick, technical changes.

  In 2020, 1,618 statutory instruments were passed, but only 29 Acts of Parliament.