#592 | A Beginner’s Guide To British Politics
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#592 | A Beginner’s Guide To British Politics
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British politics can feel confusing, with a king, a Prime Minister, and noisy debates in an old building.
This episode explains how the system works, from Parliament and voting to why two parties have ruled for so long.
- Magna Carta and early Parliament shaped British politics.
- Westminster: Parliament's home with Commons and Lords.
- Parliament: Commons of elected MPs, Lords of appointed members.
- Monarch's role: ceremonial, appoints PM, opens Parliament.
- Voting system: constituencies and First Past the Post.
- Two-party dominance challenged by rising Reform party.
- Forming governments, general elections, choosing the Prime Minister.
- MPs' duties, constituency work, and Prime Minister’s Questions.
- Leadership contests and votes of no confidence.
- Devolution: Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland; West Lothian Question.
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/guide-british-politics
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