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Evaluate the view that executive dominance means parliament has little influence over the legislative process (30). This response scored high Level 5 (A*) and is a balanced essay, offering both sides of the debate and justifying the stronger argument.

Evaluate the view that devolution has been good for Scotland and Wales, but not NI and England. (30) This response was awarded level 5 (A*) and is a strong, evaluative essay that compares the success of devolution across the UK.

This is an extensive revision pack containing up to date, current examples to help students score high on the AO1 mark criteria. I used this resource throughout my A Level and achieved consistent A*s in essays and exams, and am studying politics at university. This pack includes content on the following areas: - regional devolution - city devolution - the cabinet - ministerial responsibility - PM's powers - parliamentary scrutiny - post-97 reforms - post-2010 reforms - HOC and HOL...

Revision notes covering all content for feminism as a non-core ideology for Edexcel A Level paper 2 UK Government

detailed notes on the area of the edexcel spec which covers the aims, role and impact of the European Union (EU) on the UK government: • The aims of the EU, including the ‘four freedoms’ of the single market, political and economic union, and the extent to which these have been achieved. • The impact of leaving the EU on UK Parliamentary sovereignty in relation to policy making.

detailed notes on the area of the edexcel specification which covers the location of sovereignty in the UK political system: • The distinction between legal sovereignty and political sovereignty. • The extent to which sovereignty has moved between different branches of government. • Where sovereignty can now be said to lie in the UK. may also be used for AQA paper 1

detailed notes on the area of the specification which covers the Supreme Court and its interactions with, and influence over, the legislative and policy-making processes: • The role and composition of the Supreme Court. • The key operating principles of the Supreme Court, including judicial neutrality and judicial independence and their extent. • The degree to which the Supreme Court influences both the Executive and Parliament, including the doctrine of ultra vires and judicial review...

detailed study notes on this area of the specification which covers the relationship between the Executive and Parliament: • The influence and effectiveness of Parliament in holding the Executive to account. • The influence and effectiveness of the Executive in attempting to exercise dominance over Parliament. • The extent to which the balance of power between Parliament and the Executive has changed.