political influence

• What do political parties use to influence people?

  Manifesto
• What happens to the party with the most members in Parliament after a General Election?

  It becomes the government
• How long does the party in power have to implement reforms from their manifesto?

  Up to 5 years
• Who decides what new laws will be proposed before the House of Lords and House of Commons?

  The government
• What does the government announce at each opening session of Parliament?

  Plans for new laws
• Who delivers the speech that outlines the government's plans for new laws?

  The King
• What are the advantages of political parties having reform proposals ready?

  • Preparedness if elected
  • Efficient law processing due to majority
• Why is law processing considered efficient when a party has the majority in the House of Commons?

  They can virtually pass every law
• What are the disadvantages of a different political party being elected?

  • May repeal or alter previous laws
  • Changes can be costly and criticized
  • Compromises may be needed without a majority
• What might happen if a different political party is elected next time?

  They may repeal or alter previous laws
• What are potential issues with changes in the law?

  They may be costly and open to criticism
• What is a possible scenario if there is not a majority party in government?

  Compromises need to be made