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Year 9

How is the UK governed?

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  • Politics, parliament and government

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Pupils explore the difference between local, regional and national governance and compare the political systems in the UK and US.

Building on their knowledge from Year 7 and 8 about the political system and the law, pupils in Year 9 learn about how the UK is governed as they develop political literacy. Understanding the structure of the UK government, including the roles of Parliament, the Prime Minister, and the judiciary, is crucial for their development as informed citizens. This knowledge helps them grasp how laws are made, how government functions, and the importance of democratic participation, preparing them for active and engaged citizenship.

  1. How is the country run?
  2. What does the Civil Service do?
  3. What are the differences between local, regional and national governance?
  4. How does the UK political system compare to other systems?
  5. What are the differences between the UK and US political systems?
  6. What are direct and representative democracies?
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