Government and Politics of the UK is divided into ten sections. Each has a particular focus but their interrelationships must be understood to appreciate the complexities of the system. Students will study each of the prescribed sections below.
3.1.1 The government of the UK
- 3.1.1.1 The nature and sources of the British Constitution
- 3.1.1.2 The structure and role of Parliament
- 3.1.1.3 The Prime Minister and cabinet
- 3.1.1.4 The judiciary
- 3.1.1.5 Devolution
3.1.2 The politics of the UK
- 3.1.2.1 Democracy and participation
- 3.1.2.2 Elections and referendums
- 3.1.2.3 Political parties
- 3.1.2.4 Pressure groups
- 3.1.2.5 The European Union