a system of government in which citizens vote in regular, fair elections for representatives who then make laws and decisions on their behalf

How have our political rights changed over time?

Citizenship

How did the Chartists affect the political rights we have today?

Which methods were most successful in the fight for female suffrage?

Why does voting matter?

Should 16- and 17-year-olds be allowed to vote in elections?

How can we exercise democratic rights without a vote?

Pupils analyse how political rights have changed over time considering important campaigns such as the fight for female suffrage. They examine why voting matters and consider what role they can have in democracy prior to being eligible to vote.

Why was the struggle for the vote important today?

actions or events organised by an individual or a group of people to achieve an aim

a public demonstration or action expressing disapproval or objection to a policy, decision or situation, often aimed at raising awareness or demanding change

a collection of signatures calling for an action or change in regard to a particular issue; this can be paper or online

a group who advocated for women’s suffrage using peaceful methods

a group who advocated for women’s right to vote using militant methods

the use of confrontational or violent methods in support of a political or social cause

when the citizens of a country (the electorate) vote to elect a new government; a general election in the UK happens at least every five years

a person elected by voters to represent them in Parliament; MPs participate in making laws, debating policies and addressing issues that affect the public

the activity of choosing someone or something in an election

a formal way of making a choice or decision

the voting process to select a person for a public position

basic rights and freedoms that all people are entitled to

fundamental freedoms and entitlements needed to maintain a democratic society

Why was the struggle for the vote important today?

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