the institution of Government in the UK. It comprises of three parts: the House of Commons, the House of Lords and the monarch. Its purpose is to debate, make laws and scrutinise the government

elected body currently consisting of 650 members of Parliament, where MPs debate, make laws and scrutinise the government. It is the lower house of Parliament and meets in the Palace of Westminster

the representative elected to represent a constituency and formally elected to the UK’s national legislative body

Is the physical set up of the House of Commons fit for purpose?

Citizenship

Should parliamentary procedures be modernised?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of an uncodified constitution?

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a bicameral system?

Why do we have a separation of powers?

What does the supreme court do?

In this unit pupils consider why we need a separation of powers and whether the current political structures are fit for purpose.

What is the nature of the British Constitution?

Which of the following people sit in the second chamber of Parliament?

Everyone can be included in the debate without a hierarchy.

There is direct eye contact with those of opposing opinions.

It is inclusive and encourages collaborative discussion.

Which of the following is an advantage of the layout of the House of Commons?

What type of government does the UK follow?

The building that the House of Commons is in is called ...

How many parts is Parliament made up of in the UK?

A Member of Parliament {{}} their constituency in the House of Commons.

people who are appointed or inherit their position

Who can become a member of the House of Lords?

How can citizens get involved in democracy in the UK?

Is the physical set up of the House of Commons fit for purpose?

Lesson outcome