《uk-Government》.ppt

The Queen reigns but not rules. The UK is governed in the name of the Crown. The real and vital power lies in the Prime Minister and his Cabinet. Possible answers For one thing, the bourgeoisie class makes the Queen idol for all classes and reign the whole country in the name of the Queen. For another, the Queen is the symbol for the unity of the British Empire and can connect all member countries of the Commonwealth of Nations. Three essential rights of the monarch The right to be consulted The right to advise The right to warn British Parliament The life of Parliament is fixed at 5 years. During its life it even has power to prolong its own life by legislature means beyond the normal period. 3 Readings in Each House Question Time Typical formats of questions Could the Minister discuss the benefits of the governments initiative on issue Is the Minister aware of any alternative policies in this area? The House of Commons The members of the majority party sit on one side of the house, directly facing the minority party members. Each side has a so-called front bench where its most important political leaders sit. The House of Commons The House of Commons is the source of real political power in the United Kingdom. Its members are democratically elected by universal suffrage of citizens over the age of 18. Members of the House of Commons are elected from geographical constituencies determined by population, and each MP represents approximately 60,000 people. House of Lords House of Commons Timetable Power Origin Way of Choosing members Number of members Differences Aspects 651 1162 Elected from the 651 electoral districts of the UK Appointed real power lies No real power at all except some in the judiciary Meets on 3 afternoons every week; 120 days per year 175 days per year on average Great Council All Estates Parliament The head of the House of Commons----the Speaker Next only to the Prime Minister, he has the right to maintain the order of the