thursdays lesson

• What must individuals do to become UK citizens?

  Undertake a citizenship test
• What are the fundamental principles of British life based upon?

  History and traditions
• What protects the fundamental principles of British life?

  Law, custom and expectations
• What does the expression 'British Values' refer to?

  Values associated with contemporary British society
• What are values in any society not based upon?

  Future aspirations
• Which treaty identifies the British Values?

  Universal Declaration of Human Rights
• Which of the following is not a British Value?

  Respect
• What is the definition of Individual Liberty?

  Individuals can act as they wish, but it must be legal
• What is the definition of Equality?

  Equal treatment in society
• Which statement is true regarding British Values?

  Values are standards of behaviour accepted by society
• What are the key principles of democracy in the UK?

  • All citizens can participate in the democratic process
  • Every voter's vote is equally important
  • Fair, open, and regular elections for public offices
• What does Tolerance mean in British Values?

  • Accepting others with differing faiths or beliefs
  • Vital in a modern multicultural society
• What does the Rule of Law imply?

  • No individual or group is above the law
• What does Individual Liberty entail?

  • Individuals are free to act as they wish
  • Actions must be legal to avoid consequences
• What was announced on 19th June regarding MPs?

  Some MPs face criminal investigations
• What happened on 18th June regarding MPs' expenses?

  MPs' expenses claims were published
• What did the government publish on 23rd June?

  Parliamentary Bill removing MPs' rights to set allowances
• What was the outcome of the internal inquiry on 25th June?

  Repayment of €125,000 by Conservative MPs
• What is meant by public interest?

  Things that benefit the public to know
• What was the outcome of the Daily Telegraph's investigation?

  Public found out about MPs' expenses
• What are the characteristics of Identity?

  • Individual identity: gender, race, education, culture
  • Group identity: shared values, interests, political views
  • National identity: connection to the monarchy
  • Global identity: political and spatial awareness
• What are the ways to become a British citizen?

  Citizenship test, British parent, Commonwealth
• What must you provide when applying for citizenship?

  Personal info, criminal convictions, employment history
• What is the role of the media in the UK regarding public interest?

  • Right to investigate and publish news
  • Focus on crime, health, and national security
• What does the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) allow?


  Gather information about public bodies' work
• What happened on 21 January 2009 regarding the FOIA?

  The government dropped a motion to exempt parliament
• What was revealed by the Daily Telegraph on 8 May?

  First in a series of leaks about MPs' expenses
• What are the definitions of Rights, Morals, Duties, and Freedoms?

  • Rights: Legally binding entitlements for citizens
  • Morals: Behaviours considered right, regardless of legality
  • Duties: Responsibilities placed on citizens
  • Freedoms: Rights to act within legal confines
• What does the Equality Act 2010 protect against?

  • Discrimination, harassment, and victimization
  • Protects characteristics like race, gender, and religion
• What does the Equality Act 2010 ensure?

  All individuals are treated equally
• Where does the Equality Act protect individuals?

  At work, public services, and transport
• What are the protected characteristics under the Equality Act?

  Disability, gender reassignment, race, religion
• What does the term 'Bias' refer to?

  Showing favour to one side
• What does 'Neutrality' mean in media context?

  No sides taken in reporting
• What does the Freedom of Information Act provide?

  Public access to information held by authorities
• What limits are placed on freedom of speech?

  No hate speech, homophobia, or racism
• What does the Equality Act 2010 address?

  • Protests against discrimination
  • Protects individuals in various settings