The work of select committees. (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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Typical duration of select committee meetings
Typical duration of select committee meetings
45 minutes to an hour
What % of select committee recommendations are implemented?
What % of select committee recommendations are implemented?
Approximately 40%
Year microbeads banned after committee report
Year microbeads banned after committee report
2018
Home Secretary who resigned in 2018 over Windrush
Home Secretary who resigned in 2018 over Windrush
Amber Rudd
Year Theresa May blocked MI5 head from committee
Year Theresa May blocked MI5 head from committee
2013
Year PAC led to credit card gambling ban
Year PAC led to credit card gambling ban
2020
Number of Conservative MPs on Defence Committee
Number of Conservative MPs on Defence Committee
5
Number of Conservative MPs on Foreign Affairs Committee
Number of Conservative MPs on Foreign Affairs Committee
6
How often does Liaison Committee call PM to account?
How often does Liaison Committee call PM to account?
Twice a year
What is the main role of select committees?
What is the main role of select committees?
Scrutinising government work and examining policy areas
Are governments obliged to follow committee recommendations?
Are governments obliged to follow committee recommendations?
No, not obliged
Which committee examines public finances and spending?
Which committee examines public finances and spending?
Public Accounts Committee (PAC)