'Referendums should be legally binding in the United Kingdom.' Discuss.

Referendums are a form of direct democracy that are currently advisory in the UK - the government can therefore choose to ignore the majority outcome. In terms of enhancing democracy, there are several lines of argument that one could take in answering this question: the trade-off between expertise and direct democracy; the type of referendum question being considered; and whether the government really has the political ability to ignore the results as the process currently stands.

A good answer could be made for either side for any of these lines of argument, so long as it was appropriately backed up by examples and an awareness of the trade-offs involved.

Related Government and Politics A Level answers

All answers ▸

Why have conservatives traditionally taken a negative view of human nature?


How does a bill become a law in the UK?


What is a whip in a political party?


Examine the workings of the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2024

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy