Comparing Pressure Groups (AQA A-Level Politics): Flashcards

How political institutions & constitutional frameworks shape groups

Explains group behaviour through self-interest & strategic choices

How shared values, beliefs & traditions shape group activity

USA has more (federal, separation); UK more centralised

Close ties: legislators, exec depts & interest groups (USA)

Movement between govt positions & private sector lobbying

Lobbying, meetings, policy expertise; have govt access

Direct action, protests; lack govt access

USA virtually unlimited; UK severely restricted

Enforce voting discipline; MPs risk careers if they defy govt