What do MPs do?
I can explain what an MP is and describe some of their key roles, responsibilities and skills.
What do MPs do?
I can explain what an MP is and describe some of their key roles, responsibilities and skills.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A Member of Parliament (MP) is an elected representative of citizens in Parliament.
- The name of the geographical area and its citizens that an MP represents is called a constituency.
- MPs split their time between working in Parliament and working in their constituency.
- Some MPs also have additional responsibilties working in the UK Government's Cabinet.
Keywords
Member of Parliament (MP) - a person elected to represent citizens’ interests and concerns in the House of Commons
Constituency - the specific geographical area that is represented by each MP in the House of Commons
Skill - the ability gained through training and experience to do a job or action well
Common misconception
MPs only work in Parliament.
MPs spend a lot of time helping constituents, attending local events and managing casework.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is a political party?
Q2.Fill in the blank: A political party's align with their values.
Q3.Match the words with the correct definitions.
political parties that focus on issues in only one part of the UK
the group of people eligible to vote in elections
money given to political parties from donations and membership fees
Q4.Why are there so many UK political parties?
Q5.The political {{} shows where parties stand on political issues, from left wing to right wing.
Q6.Choose the word that best fits in the sentence. Political parties want to influence public policies by having their members in positions of ...
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the main role of a Member of Parliament (MP)?
Q2.The name of the geographical area that an MP represents is called a ...
Q3.Match the words to the correct definition.
a group of senior government ministers appointed by the Prime Minister
a small geographical area of a local council district
the ability gained through training/experience to do a job/action well