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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the UK democratic system?

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Why this why now

Pupils learn about the strengths and weaknesses of the UK democratic system and build on their previous knowledge of basic political concepts and structures. This unit deepens their understanding of democracy, encouraging critical thinking about different types of governance and how democracy can be strengthened.

Prior knowledge requirements

  • Pupils know the difference between local, regional, and national government.
  • Pupils know how local councils work and who represents people in their area.
  • Pupils know there is a difference between government and Parliament.
  • Pupils know that we elect people to represent us.

Threads

Why this why now

Pupils learn about the strengths and weaknesses of the UK democratic system and build on their previous knowledge of basic political concepts and structures. This unit deepens their understanding of democracy, encouraging critical thinking about different types of governance and how democracy can be strengthened.

Prior knowledge requirements

  • Pupils know the difference between local, regional, and national government.
  • Pupils know how local councils work and who represents people in their area.
  • Pupils know there is a difference between government and Parliament.
  • Pupils know that we elect people to represent us.