How is local government different to central government?
I can explain some of the key differences between local and central government.
- Year 7
How is local government different to central government?
I can explain some of the key differences between local and central government.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The UK is a democracy which gives citizens the right to vote for people to make decisions on their behalf.
- The government is made up of two main branches, local and central, which have different roles and responsibilities.
- Central government makes laws and decisions about national issues. It is at the centre of decision-making.
- Local governments make decisions regarding how services are carried out in the local area.
Keywords
Government - the individuals who have been elected and given the authority to run the state, led by the Prime Minister (PM) in the UK
Authority - the power or right to have official responsibility, to give orders and make decisions
Policies - courses of action or goals that people plan to carry out, or are in the process of carrying out
Democracy - a system of government in which citizens vote in regular, fair elections for representatives, who then make laws and decisions on their behalf
Common misconception
Local governments make laws.
Laws are made by central government, which must be followed by local councils. However, they can lobby the central government and influence policy through campaigns, consultations and public pressure.
Equipment
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The name for the group of elected people who run the UK is the ...
Q2.Which of these is not an example of a democracy?
Q3.Which of these are reasons why it is important to learn about democracy at school?
Q4.Which is the most accurate description of an 'active citizen'?
Q5.Match the word to its correct definition.
