Executive’s Influence & Dominance Over Parliament (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What does the government primarily control to prioritise its legislative agenda?
What does the government primarily control to prioritise its legislative agenda?
The parliamentary timetable
What is the main purpose of the whipping system?
What is the main purpose of the whipping system?
To maintain discipline among MPs
In which year did Peter Bone lose the whip?
In which year did Peter Bone lose the whip?
2023
What effect does a substantial majority have on the government's legislative ability?
What effect does a substantial majority have on the government's legislative ability?
Significantly enhances it
What are the alternative names for secondary legislation?
What are the alternative names for secondary legislation?
Delegated or subordinate legislation
What is a key advantage of secondary legislation for the executive?
What is a key advantage of secondary legislation for the executive?
Implements provisions swiftly
What positions can the PM appoint through patronage powers?
What positions can the PM appoint through patronage powers?
Ministers, peers, influential positions
What does the 'payroll' system refer to?
What does the 'payroll' system refer to?
MPs supporting govt for promotions
Which power is exercised under royal prerogative?
Which power is exercised under royal prerogative?
Deploying military forces
What limits the government's ability to dominate the House of Lords?
What limits the government's ability to dominate the House of Lords?
Crossbenchers
Which factor weakens the executive's control over Parliament?
Which factor weakens the executive's control over Parliament?
A small parliamentary majority
How are select committee chairs now elected?
How are select committee chairs now elected?
By secret ballot