AO3 - Influences on Parliament

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  P - Lobbyists - issues lead to parliament debates

  DP - Voice of the public, increases public confidence

  WDP - Raising strong cases results in change
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  P - Success of the Law Commission

  DP - Improves how laws are looked at

  WDP - Law up to date with modern change
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  P - Pressure groups reach large numbers

  DP - Known to raise important issues

  WDP - However, promote negative issues
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  P - Political influence ensure proposals are passed

  DP - Public expectations are met

  WDP - However, don't always follow through with manifestos
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  P - Media respond too quickly

  DP - E.g. Dangerous Dogs Act 1991

  WDP - Own views may cause panic
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  P - Law commission may not follow recommendations

  DP - Wording changes in the final law

  WDP - Government don't have to consult the Law Commission when changing the law
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  P - Political influence leads to repetition of old laws

  DP - Abuse of power

  WDP - However, law more applicable to society
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  P - Lobbyists pay MPs

  DP - Likely to have more influence

  WDP - Seen as bribery which is illegal